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ArticleAngewandte Chemie (International ed. in English)2025

One-Step Assembly of α-Aryl-Substituted DOTAs as Superior and Universal Platforms for Multifunctional Theranostics.

Pak-Lun Lam, Yue Wu, Lijia Yao, Hei-Yui Kai, Ho-Fai Chau, Qian Zhang, Wanqi Zhou, Jean-Claude G Bünzli, Ka-Leung Wong

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Pak-Lun Lam *Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3558-7855
Yue Wu *Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7296-8182
Lijia YaoDepartment of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0009-0455-7192
Hei-Yui KaiDepartment of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9960-7467
Ho-Fai ChauDepartment of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6964-1840
Qian ZhangDepartment of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9743-4213
Wanqi ZhouDepartment of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6206-4435
Jean-Claude G BünzliDepartment of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0140-3402
Ka-Leung WongDepartment of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3750-5980

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Centre for Medical Engineering of Molecular and Biological Probes AoE/M-401/20
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

α-Substituted DOTAs are promising chelators for MRI contrast agents owing to the improved coordination stability and relaxivity of the corresponding Gd(III) complexes. However, their broader application is limited by significant synthetic challenges arising from their multi-component nature. In this work, we report-for the first time-the use of multi-component reactions (MCRs) to assemble all necessary building blocks of α-aryl-substituted DOTAs in a single step. This strategy yields derivatives with faster coordination kinetics. Furthermore, we extend their application to luminescent lanthanide probes, achieving improved photophysical properties. This MCR approach offers a versatile solution for establishing a library of functionalized diagnostic and therapeutic agents. We are convinced that this work will reshape the field, inspiring broader exploration of α-aryl-substituted DOTA derivatives and unlocking their full potential in next-generation biomedical applications.

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BioconjugationMacrocyclic chelatorsMulti‐component reactions (MCRs)α‐Substituted DOTAs

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PMID41090453
PMCPMC12684321

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