Creation, analysis, and biological effects of new benzo[b]thiophene compounds

New benzo[b]thiophene derivatives were synthesized and evaluated for their biological activity.

• Benzo[b]thiophene derivatives may exhibit a wide spectrum of pharmacological properties.
• The synthesis involved starting from 3-chlorobenzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxyl chloride.
• Characterization of the compounds was performed using elemental analyses, I.R, NMR, and Mass spectral studies.
• Selected compounds were screened for antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory activities.
• Many of the synthesized molecules were found to be potent in biological testing.

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