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- Abu-Youssef, Morsy A.M., et al.
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Synthesis and Structure of Silver Complexes with Nicotinate-Type Ligands Having Antibacterial Activities against Clinically Isolated Antibiotic Resistant Pathogens
- 2007
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Ingår i: Inorganic Chemistry. - : American Chemical Society (ACS). - 0020-1669 .- 1520-510X. ; 46:15, s. 5893-5903
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- The synthesis and low-temperature X-ray crystal structures of five new silver complexes, [Ag2-μ-O,O'(2-aminonicotinium)2(NO3)2]n (7), [Ag(isonicotinamide)2-μ-O,O'(NO3)]2 (8), [Ag(ethyl nicotinate)2](NO3) (9), [Ag(ethyl isonicotinate)2(NO3)] (10), and [Ag(methyl isonicotinate)2(H2O)](NO3) (11), are presented and fully characterized by spectral and elemental analysis. The antimicrobial activities of these complexes were screened using 12 different clinical isolates belonging to four pathogenic bacteria, S. aureus, S. pyogenes, P. mirabilis, and Ps. Aeruginosa, all obtained from diabetic foot ulcers. These tested bacteria were resistant for at least 10 antibiotics commonly used for treatment of diabetic foot ulcers. Compounds 7 and 8 had considerable activity against Ps. Aeruginosa (MIC values 2-8 µg/mL), compound 9 against S. aureus (MIC 4-16 µg/mL) and S. pyogenes (MIC 2-4 µg/mL), and also 9 and 11 against P. mirabilis (MIC 1-16 µg/mL). All complexes were non-toxic for daphnia at concentrations above 512 µg/mL overnight.
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- Ghasemi, Shima, 1993, et al.
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Pyrene Functionalized Norbornadiene-Quadricyclane Fluorescent Photoswitches: Characterization of their Spectral Properties and Application in Imaging of Amyloid Beta Plaques
- 2024
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Ingår i: Chemistry - A European Journal. - 1521-3765 .- 0947-6539. ; 30:34
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- This study presents the synthesis and characterization of two fluorescent norbornadiene (NBD) photoswitches, each incorporating two conjugated pyrene units. Expanding on the limited repertoire of reported photoswitchable fluorescent NBDs, we explore their properties with a focus on applications in bioimaging of amyloid beta (Aβ) plaques. While the fluorescence emission of the NBD decreases upon photoisomerization, aligning with what has been previously reported, for the first time we observed luminescence after irradiation of the quadricyclane (QC) isomer. We deduce how the observed emission is induced by photoisomerization to the excited state of the parent isomer (NBD) which is then the emitting species. Thorough characterizations including NMR, UV-Vis, fluorescence, X-ray structural analysis and density functional theory (DFT) calculations provide a comprehensive understanding of these systems. Notably, one NBD-QC system exhibits exceptional durability. Additionally, these molecules serve as effective fluorescent stains targeting Aβ plaques in situ, with observed NBD/QC switching within the plaques. Molecular docking simulations explore NBD interactions with amyloid, unveiling novel binding modes. These insights mark a crucial advancement in the comprehension and design of future photochromic NBDs for bioimaging applications and beyond, emphasizing their potential in studying and addressing protein aggregates.
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- Ghazzali, Mohamed I D M, 1974, et al.
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Syntheses, crystal structures, optical limiting properties, and DFT calculations of three thiophene-2-aldazine Schiff base derivatives
- 2007
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Ingår i: New Journal of Chemistry. - : Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC). - 1369-9261 .- 1144-0546. ; 31:10, s. 1777-1784
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- The syntheses, characterizations and structural determinations of N,N'-bis(thiophenyl-2-methylene)hydrazine 1, N,N'-bis(4-bromothiophenyl-2-methylene)hydrazine 2 and N,N'-bis(5-bromothiophenyl-2-methylene)hydrazine 3 are presented. The materials show third-ordernonlinear behaviour with transmissions of 20, 22 and 18 μJ for an input energy of 150 μJ. The4- and 5-bromothiophenic structures show Br...Br interactions of 3.562 and 3.626 Å, respectively.Analysis of bromine containing aromatic compounds in the Cambridge CrystallographicDatabase (CSD) showed the expected angle dependences of the Br...Br interactions dividing theseinto ‘‘type I’’ and ‘‘type II’’. A semi-quantitative agreement was found between the CSD data anda model derived form calculated electrostatic potentials.
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- Abu-Youssef, Morsy A.M., et al.
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1D and 2D FeII Azide Coordination Polymers with Ferromagnetic Canting
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Ingår i: European Journal of Inorganic Chemistry. - : Wiley. - 1434-1948 .- 1099-0682. ; 2008:1, s. 112-118
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- The two compounds [FeII(pyridine)2(N3)2(H2O)] (1) and [FeII(4-acetylpyridine)2(N3)2] (2) were prepared. The X-ray crystal structures show end-to-end (EE) bridging azides in both cases with a 1D Fe-NNN-Fe chain for 1 and a 2D Fe-NNN-Fe net in 2. Both compounds show similar magnetic behaviour where the high-temperature data are consistent with antiferromagnetic couplings and the low-temperature data indicate ferrimagnetic ordering based on spin canting at 20 and 45 K. Compound 2 also shows a hysteresis loop. These findings are compared to the related 3D coordination polymer [Fe(N3)2(4,4'-bipyridine)]. According to network analyses the latter compound was shown to contain the new uninodal six-connected-network topology (510 · 64 · 7)-jsm.
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- Abu-Youssef, Morsy A.M., et al.
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A unique example of a high symmetry three- and four-connected hydrogen bonded 3D-network
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Ingår i: Chemical Communications. - : Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC). - 1364-548X .- 1359-7345. ; 2006:10, s. 1082-1084
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- We present a three- and four-connected 3D-net based on 4-aminopyridine coordinated to Ag(I) and hydrogen bonded to nitrate with the unusual, high symmetry, topology (83)(86)2-tfa.
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- Abu-Youssef, Morsy A. M., et al.
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Global Engagement in Science: The University’s Fourth Mission?
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Ingår i: Science & Diplomacy. ; 7:2
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- In this article, the authors - three scientists and a diplomat, working across multiple continents - intend to impart some of the broad perspective and deep experience they’ve gained over the years as professionals. The diplomat among us, stationed in the Middle East, has played a role in fostering peace in a region long beset by conflict. Drawing from accumulated lessons, we intend to discuss how others can be encouraged to contribute to global science, regardless of their background or national origin. In taking on this challenge, we will share insights from our various tenures as operators of bilateral aid programs, members of international science organizations, and participants in government negotiations and other events featuring the development of global science.
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- Abu-Youssef, Morsy A. M., et al.
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New homogeneous and alternating Mn(II)-azido 1D systems
- 2005
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Ingår i: Polyhedron. - : Elsevier BV. - 0277-5387. ; 24:4, s. 557-562
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Reaction of sodium azide with manganese(II) and 4-amino-1,2,4-triazol or 3-chloropyridine leads to the 1D systems [Mn(N-3)(2) (4-amtr)(2)](,) (1) or {[Mn(N-3)(2)(3-Clpy)(2)]center dot 1/2(3-Clpy)}(n) (2), respectively. Compound 1 crystallises in the C2/m (monoclinic) group and consists of chains of Mn(II) cations bridged by double mu(1,3)-azido bridges in trans arrangement. Compound 2 crystallises in the I2/a (monoclinic) group and in this case the 1D system shows alternating double mu(1,1) and mu(1,3) bridges. Magnetic properties follow the expected antiferromagnetic (compound 1) and alternating ferro-antiferromagnetic (compound 2) behaviour. (c) 2005 Published by Elsevier Ltd.
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