Functionalization of Halo-Hydroxy Benzimidazole onto SiO2 Nanoparticles: Catalytic, Photophysical, and Biological Investigations for Sustainable Applications
摘要
A novel benzimidazole derivative, 1-(4-chlorobenzyl)-2-(4-chlorophenyl)-4-fluoro-1H-benzo[d]imidazole (CCHFB), was synthesized via a three-component condensation reaction involving 3-fluorobenzene-1,2-diamine, 5-chloro-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde, and ammonium acetate in the presence of ZnO nanoparticles as a catalyst. The synthesized compound was further functionalized with SiO2 nanoparticles to investigate enhancements in physicochemical and biological properties. Comprehensive spectral analyses including UV–Vis, fluorescence, NMR, and FT-IR confirmed successful functionalization and highlighted the molecular interactions between CCHFB and the nanoparticle surface. UV–Vis spectra showed enhanced absorbance, while fluorescence quenching indicated possible electron transfer interactions. FT-IR analysis revealed shifts in azomethine group vibrations, confirming nanoparticle binding. Biological evaluations demonstrated that functionalized CCHFB exhibited notable antioxidant activity (via phosphomolybdenum and DPPH assays), significant α-amylase inhibitory potential, and enhanced antibacterial effects against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative strains, compared to unmodified CCHFB. Stability studies revealed that the functionalized compound retained over 92% structural integrity over 24 h in physiological buffer. These findings suggest that SiO₂-functionalized CCHFB is a promising candidate for pharmaceutical and biomedical applications due to its enhanced stability, bioactivity, and broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties.
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