Synthesis, in vitro and in silico studies of novel N-benzoyl EF24 analogs as potential anticancer agents.
INTRODUCTION EF24, a synthetic curcumin derivative, is effective against different forms of cancers but its derivatives are underdeveloped, particularly to improve cytotoxicity and drug-receptor interactions in colorectal cancer. AREAS COVERED Nine N-benzoyl EF24 analogs were prepared and identified by Fourier transf...