Computer Science
Scientific paper
Oct 2001
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=2001spie.4512...75s&link_type=abstract
Proc. SPIE Vol. 4512, p. 75-83, Complex Adaptive Structures, William B. Spillman; Ed.
Computer Science
Scientific paper
The high binding affinity of cisplatin toward DNA has led to its popularity as an anticancer agent. Due to cumulative drug resistance and toxic side effects, researchers are exploring related metallodrugs. Our approach involves the use of supramolecular complexes. These mixed-metal complexes incorporate a reactive platinum moiety bridged by a polyazine ligand to a light absorbing metal-based chromophore. The presence of the light absorber allows excitation of these systems, opening up the possibility of photoactivation. The use of a supramolecular design allows components of the assembly to be varied to enhance device function and light absorbing properties. Aspects of our molecular design process and results on the DNA binding properties for a number of these mixed-metal complexes will be discussed.
Brewer Karen J.
Fang Zhenglai
Milkevitch Matthew
Swavey Shawn
Williams Rodd L.
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