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Eco-friendly synthesis of Azo-Schiff base metal complexes: evaluation of electrochemical behavior and biological activities

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Anu Venkatesh *
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E. Shinyjoy
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P. Maheswaran
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M. Jeyakanthan
DOI:10.1007/s00339-025-08896-ydelete
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Abstract

Abstract

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Azo-Schiff base metal complexes have attracted significant attention due to their diverse applications in industrial and biological fields. In this study, a novel azo-Schiff base ligand was synthesized through the condensation of an azo compound with 2-amino-6-methylpyridine. The ligand was complexed with Co(II), Ni(II), Cu(II), and Zn(II) metal ions in a 1:1 stoichiometry ratio. The resulting metal complexes were characterized using Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, proton nuclear magnetic resonance (H-1-NMR) spectroscopy, High resolution transmission electron microscope (HRTEM), and molar conductance analysis. The molar conductance values (1-4 ohm(-)(1)cm(2)mol(-)(1)) confirmed the non-electrolytic nature of the complexes, while magnetic moment measurements supported square planar geometry, particularly for Cu(II) (mu _eff = 1.81 B.M.). Their biological activity was evaluated through in vitro antibacterial testing against Staphylococcus aureus, with the Cu(II) complex exhibiting the highest zone of inhibition (19 mm at 40 mu g/mL), indicating strong antibacterial potential. These findings suggest that azo-Schiff base metal complexes could serve as potential candidates for pharmaceutical, industrial, and catalytic applications.
Keywords:
Azo-Schiff base
Antibacterial activity
Chloroaniline
Salicylaldehyde

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APPLIED PHYSICS A-MATERIALS SCIENCE & PROCESSING
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Sona College of Technology
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Vinayaka Mission Research Foundation
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