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Indole-based derivatives as anticancer agents: recent advances in structure–activity relationships and biological mechanisms

Aug 2026 · Medicinal Chemistry Research · Vol 35, pp. 1667 - 1689 · 0 citations · 122 references
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This review critically evaluates recent advances in indole-based anticancer agents, with particular emphasis on structure–activity relationships (SAR), molecular mechanisms, and target-oriented drug design.

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