Mixed ligand Cu(II)-curcumin complexes of diimine co-ligands: Hydrophobicity of 5,6-dmp demonstrates enhanced cytotoxicity with colon cancer cells

Key Points

• Enhanced cytotoxicity was observed with mixed ligand cu(ii)-curcumin complexes in colon cancer cells.
• The study found a notable increase in cell death rates, particularly with hydrophobic 5,6-dmp co-ligands.
• Observational analysis focused on the interactions between cu(ii) complexes and cancer cells.
• This research highlights the potential for targeted cancer therapies using cu(ii)-curcumin complexes.