Synthesis 2006(3): 528-532  
DOI: 10.1055/s-2006-926275
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Synthesis and Antibacterial Activity of Dendritic Architectures

Perumal Rajakumar*a, Kilivelu Ganesana, S. Jayavelub, K. Murugesanb
a Department of Organic Chemistry, University of Madras, Guindy Campus, Chennai 600025, India
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b Center for Advanced Studies in Botany, University of Madras, Guindy Campus, Chennai 600025, India
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Publication History

Received 17 August 2005
Publication Date:
11 January 2006 (online)

Abstract

Synthesis of dendrimers with pentanone as core unit and m-terphenyl as surface end group has been achieved. The inhibitory activity of pentanone and its dendrimers against human pathogenic bacteria is well-documented.