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An exceptionally stable 1:2 complex [FeL(2)](3-) is formed from the ligand H(3)L and Fe(III). In contrast, the affinity of this ligand for other biometals is relatively small. These properties make H(3)L a highly promising candidate for medical applications (e.g. for the treatment of iron overload).
Heinz
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Universität des Saarlandes, Anorganische Chemie, Postfach 15 11 50, D-66041 Saarbrücken (Germany).
Hegetschweiler
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Acklin
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Faller
B
Lattmann
R
Schnebli
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