lambda-bis(2,2'-bipyridine)imidazole osmium (II)

lambda-bis(2,2'-bipyridine)imidazole osmium (II) is an experimental small molecule complex containing an osmium(II) metal center coordinated by two 2,2'-bipyridine ligands and one imidazole ligand. It belongs to the class of organic compounds known as pyridines and derivatives. The compound has a molecular formula of C23H19N6Os and a molecular weight of approximately 569.7 g/mol[1][3][10]. While detailed pharmacological data are not available, related osmium polypyridyl complexes have been studied for their photophysical properties, DNA binding affinity, and potential antiproliferative activity in cancer models due to their ability to interact with nucleic acids and disrupt cellular processes[6][8]. However, there are no approved indications or clinical trials for this specific compound.

Other names

delta-bis(2,2'-bipyridine)imidazole osmium (II)