Design, synthesis, and biological evaluation of derivatives from p-toluic hydrazide: lead compound C17 exhibits membrane-disrupting and anti-biofilm activities against Staphylococcus aureus and other gram-positive bacteria
Zheng Qu
IntroductionBacterial drug resistance and biofilm-associated infections pose major therapeutic challenges. Schiff base derivatives have attracted attention as potential antimicrobial agents. This study aimed to design and synthesize a series of Schiff base derivatives from p-toluic hydrazide and evaluate their antibacterial, anti-biofilm, and anti-inflammatory properties.MethodsEighteen Schiff base derivatives were synthesized from p-toluic hydrazide. Antibacterial activity was screened against