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Molecular modelling comparisons of several known natural and synthetic
inhibitors of electron transport, e.g. rotenone, papaverine, and pier
icidin A, suggested new 'hybrid' structures 8-12, and relatives, as po
tential new inhibitors. Synthetic routes to these targets, some of whi
ch display significant biological activity, are outlined.