Title:Green Synthesis of Thiazoles and Thiadiazoles having Anticancer Activities under Microwave Irradiation
Volume: 11
Issue: 2
Author(s): Sasadhar Majhi*, Piyali Mitra and Pankaj Kumar Mondal
Affiliation:
- Department of Chemistry (UG & PG Dept.), Trivenidevi Bhalotia College, Kazi Nazrul University, Raniganj, West Bengal,
713347, India
Keywords:
Bioactive heterocycles, thiazoles, thiadiazoles, microwave irradiation, sustainable chemistry, cytotoxicity, medicinal impact.
Abstract: Sulfur and nitrogen-containing heterocycles have received a great deal of attention due
to their unique structures and therapeutic relevance. Thiazoles and thiadiazoles are important fivemembered
heterocycles containing sulfur and nitrogen atoms that draw the special attention of researchers
due to their synthetic diversity and potent pharmacological properties. Thiazoles and thiadiazoles
are used in agrochemicals, liquid crystals, sensors, the cosmetic industry, cyanine dyes,
etc. Sometimes, organic synthesis, including thiazoles and thiadiazoles syntheses with the help of
conventional methods, is laborious work, while synthesis of promising organic molecules using
microwave irradiation provides better yields, diminishes the reaction time, and reduces unwanted
side products. The major causes of death worldwide are due to cancer. Current research demands
the design and preparation of novel compounds, including thiazoles and thiadiazoles, that may help
to combat cancer, as chemotherapy or chemo drugs suffer from some demerits, including toxicity,
lack of selectivity, resistance, and side effects. Hence, the review focuses on the microwave-assisted
synthesis of thiazoles and thiadiazoles as a sustainable technique for the first time, and it also aims
to highlight the anticancer activities of thiazoles and thiadiazole derivatives elegantly.