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ReviewMedicinal chemistry (Shariqah (United Arab Emirates))2025

Exploring Thiophene Derivatives: Synthesis Strategies and Biological Significance.

Isha Mishra, Vikram Sharma, Nitin Kumar, Gaurav Krishna, Vandana Arora Sethi, Ravi Mittal, Prashant K Dhakad, Raghav Mishra

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Review in Medicinal chemistry (Shariqah (United Arab Emirates)), 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 7 papers.

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Isha MishraDepartment of Pharmacy, Galgotias College of Pharmacy, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201310, India.ORCID 0000-0002-8461-8056
Vikram SharmaDepartment of Pharmacy, Galgotias College of Pharmacy, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201310, India.
Nitin KumarDepartment of Pharmacy, Saraswathi College of Pharmacy, Anwarpur, Pilkhuwa, India.ORCID 0000-0001-9340-5514
Gaurav KrishnaInstitute of Pharmaceutical Research, GLA University, NH-2 Highway, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh 281406, India.ORCID 0000-0003-1398-9340
Vandana Arora SethiDepartment of Pharmaceutics, Lloyd Institute of Management and Technology, Knowledge Park II, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201306, India.ORCID 0009-0008-4767-704X
Ravi MittalDepartment of Pharmacy, Galgotias College of Pharmacy, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201310, India.ORCID 0000-0001-8234-2466
Prashant K DhakadDepartment of Pharmacy, Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Gyan Vihar Marg Jagatpura, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302017, India.
Raghav MishraDepartment of Pharmacy, Lloyd School of Pharmacy, Knowledge Park II, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201306, India.ORCID 0000-0001-5269-2860

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectivesThiophene is one of the most important heterocyclic scaffolds with notable pharmacological properties. Thiophene and its derivatives are of particular interest among sulphurcontaining heterocycles because of their similarities to numerous natural and synthetic compounds with identified potential. The purpose of this study is to extensively analyse the synthetic pathways adopted for synthesising thiophene derivatives and investigate their various biological functions.

methodsA comprehensive review of the existing literature was conducted to collect data pertaining to the methods that are employed for the synthesis of thiophene derivatives. A comprehensive search was carried out through relevant databases, including work published in 2024. A variety of synthesis procedures were identified and arranged, encompassing both traditional approaches like the Gewald reaction and contemporary ones like microwave-assisted synthesis and green synthesis. In addition, a comprehensive compilation of

resultsDiverse methodologies have been employed in the synthesis of thiophene derivatives, encompassing both conventional and modern methods. Furthermore, the biological potential of thiophene derivatives was investigated, demonstrating a broad range of actions. Key structural elements necessary for biological activity were clarified by investigations of the structure-activity relationship.

conclusionThe biological potential and flexible synthesis pathways of thiophene derivatives make them attractive candidates for use in medicinal and pharmaceutical chemistry. Understanding the different synthesis methods and biological actions of thiophene derivatives may assist rational design and create novel treatments for a variety of conditions. The potential for these compounds to be further explored and optimised is considerable for the next drug development initiatives.

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Antineoplastic AgentsThiophenesAnimalsAnti-Bacterial AgentsAnti-Inflammatory AgentsAntioxidantsAntiprotozoal AgentsAntiviral AgentsHumansMolecular StructureStructure-Activity RelationshipAnti-Bacterial AgentsAnti-Inflammatory AgentsAntineoplastic AgentsAntioxidantsAntiprotozoal AgentsAntiviral AgentsThiophenes5-membered ringbiological potentialHeterocyclic compoundsstructure-activity relationship.synthesisthiophene

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