Copper(II) complexes derived from 3,5-dibromosalicylaldehyde semicarbazone: Crystal structures, spectra and in vitro cytotoxicity studies

Puntos clave

• Cytotoxicity assays indicate significant effects on cancer cell lines, particularly showing a 50% inhibition at certain concentrations.
• Crystal structures were analyzed, highlighting unique features of the synthesized copper complexes that contribute to their activity.
• Spectroscopic methods were employed to support the characterization of the copper complexes, linking structure with function.
• Findings emphasize the potential of these copper complexes in developing new cancer therapies, warranting further exploration.