MedComm – Oncology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
3(1)
Published: March 1, 2024
Abstract
Janus
Kinases
(JAKs)
play
a
crucial
role
as
therapeutic
targets
for
various
cancers.
However,
the
current
JAK
inhibitors
(JAKi)
available
have
limited
benefits
due
to
their
lack
of
selectivity.
This
review
focuses
on
structural
analysis
elucidate
molecular
determinants
JAKs
specificity
and
discovery
design
selective
JAKi.
It
includes
descriptions
comparison
different
structures
binding
sites,
comparative
JAKi
modes,
detailed
interaction
fingerprints
(IFPs),
an
extensive
structure‐selectivity
relationship
(SSRs).
Moreover,
also
explores
challenges
possibilities
using
computational
structure‐based
methods
discovering
designing
Other
approaches,
such
targeting
pseudokinase
domain,
well
covalent
allosteric
designs,
are
covered.
Based
this
analysis,
key
corresponding
rational
medicinal
chemistry
strategies
proposed
facilitate
development
highly
Overall,
we
aim
enhance
understanding
explore
that
can
lead
effective
in
cancer
therapy,
thus
improving
prognosis
patients.
Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
8(1)
Published: May 19, 2023
Abstract
The
Janus
kinase
(JAK)
signal
transducer
and
activator
of
transcription
(JAK-STAT)
pathway
is
an
evolutionarily
conserved
mechanism
transmembrane
transduction
that
enables
cells
to
communicate
with
the
exterior
environment.
Various
cytokines,
interferons,
growth
factors,
other
specific
molecules
activate
JAK-STAT
signaling
drive
a
series
physiological
pathological
processes,
including
proliferation,
metabolism,
immune
response,
inflammation,
malignancy.
Dysregulated
related
genetic
mutations
are
strongly
associated
activation
cancer
progression.
Insights
into
structures
functions
have
led
development
approval
diverse
drugs
for
clinical
treatment
diseases.
Currently,
been
developed
mainly
target
commonly
divided
three
subtypes:
cytokine
or
receptor
antibodies,
JAK
inhibitors,
STAT
inhibitors.
And
novel
agents
also
continue
be
tested
in
preclinical
studies.
effectiveness
safety
each
kind
drug
warrant
further
scientific
trials
before
put
being
applications.
Here,
we
review
current
understanding
fundamental
composition
function
pathway.
We
discuss
advancements
JAK-STAT–related
pathogenic
mechanisms;
targeted
therapies
various
diseases,
especially
disorders,
cancers;
newly
inhibitors;
challenges
directions
field.
Frontiers in Immunology,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
13
Published: Dec. 8, 2022
Atopic
dermatitis
(AD)
is
a
chronic,
inflammatory,
pruritic
form
of
dermatosis
with
heterogeneous
manifestations
that
can
substantially
affect
patients'
quality
life.
AD
has
complex
pathogenesis,
making
treatment
challenging
for
dermatologists.
The
Janus
kinase
(JAK)–signal
transducer
and
activator
transcription
(STAT)
pathway
plays
central
role
in
modulating
multiple
immune
axes
involved
the
immunopathogenesis
AD.
In
particular,
Th2
cytokines,
including
interleukin
(IL)-4,
IL-5,
IL-13,
IL-31,
thymic
stromal
lymphopoietin,
which
contribute
to
symptoms
chronic
inflammation
pruritus
AD,
are
mediated
by
JAK–STAT
signal
transduction.
Furthermore,
regulation
epidermal
barrier
modulation
peripheral
nerves
related
transduction
pruritus.
Targeting
may
attenuate
these
signals
show
clinical
efficacy
through
suppression
various
pathways
associated
Topical
oral
JAK
inhibitors
variable
selectivity
have
emerged
as
promising
therapeutic
options
Notably,
topical
ruxolitinib,
upadacitinib,
abrocitinib
were
approved
U.S.
Food
Drug
Administration
treating
patients
Accordingly,
present
study
reviewed
pathogenesis
explored
updated
applications
Allergology International,
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
71(1), P. 40 - 46
Published: Nov. 21, 2021
Atopic
dermatitis
(AD)
is
characterized
by
chronic,
eczematous,
severe
pruritic
skin
lesions.
The
knowledge
on
the
pathogenesis
of
AD
driving
development
new
drugs.
From
research
results,
it
has
been
revealed
that
Th2
cell-mediated
immunity,
barrier
dysfunction,
and
pruritus
cause
a
vicious
cycle
AD.
On
other
hand,
Janus
kinase
(JAK)/signal
transducers
activators
transcription
(STAT)
pathway
are
one
essential
signaling
pathways
in
various
inflammatory
diseases
including
In
particular,
TSLP,
IL-4,
IL-13
IL-22
occupy
an
important
position
for
immune
reaction.
Moreover,
experimentally
pan-JAK
inhibitor
suppress
STAT3
activation
improved
function.
Furthermore
IL-31
contribute
lot
to
chronic
AD,
transmitted
via
JAK-STAT
pathway.
Therefore,
JAK
inhibitors
promising
candidates
treatment
Here
we
review
clinical
trials
topical
dergocitinib;
inhibitor,
ruxolitinib;
JAK1
JAK2
tofacitinib;
JAK1,
JAK2,
JAK3
oral
baricitinib;
abrocitinib
upadacitinib;
inhibitor.
Significant
improvements
symptoms
were
obtained
each
drug
with
low
frequency
adverse
events.
have
ability
improve
quickly.
emergence
these
would
be
regarded
as
innovation
atopic
dermatitis.
Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
149(6), P. 1875 - 1898
Published: March 23, 2022
Atopic
dermatitis
(AD)
is
a
common,
chronic-relapsing
inflammatory
skin
disease
with
significant
burden.
Genetic
and
environmental
trigger
factors
contribute
to
AD,
activating
2
of
our
largest
organs,
the
nervous
system
immune
system.
Dysregulation
neuroimmune
circuits
plays
key
role
in
pathophysiology
causing
inflammation,
pruritus,
pain,
barrier
dysfunction.
Sensory
nerves
can
be
activated
by
or
endogenous
factors,
transmitting
itch
stimuli
brain.
On
stimulation,
sensory
nerve
endings
also
release
neuromediators
into
skin,
contributing
again
dysfunction,
itch.
In
addition,
dysfunctional
peripheral
central
neuronal
structures
neuroinflammation,
sensitization,
elongation,
neuropathic
itch,
thus
chronification
therapy
resistance.
Consequently,
may
targets
treat
pruritus
AD.
Cytokines,
chemokines,
proteases,
lipids,
opioids,
ions
excite/sensitize
endings,
which
not
only
induces
but
further
aggravates/perpetuates
disruption,
as
well.
Thus,
targeted
therapies
for
well
pathway
inhibitors
(eg,
kinase
inhibitors)
beneficial
control
AD
either
systemic
and/or
topical
form.
Understanding
signaling
will
optimize
approach
all
pathological
mechanisms
pruritus.
Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
98(5), P. 656 - 677
Published: May 23, 2023
The
JAK-STAT
signaling
pathway
mediates
important
cellular
processes
such
as
immune
response,
carcinogenesis,
cell
differentiation,
division
and
death.
Therefore,
drugs
that
interfere
with
different
patterns
have
potential
indications
for
various
medical
conditions.
main
dermatological
targets
of
inhibitors
are
inflammatory
or
autoimmune
diseases
psoriasis,
vitiligo,
atopic
dermatitis
alopecia
areata;
however,
several
dermatoses
under
investigation
to
expand
this
list
indications.
As
should
gradually
occupy
a
relevant
space
in
prescriptions,
review
presents
the
available
drugs,
their
immunological
effects,
pharmacological
characteristics,
related
clinical
efficacy
safety,
aiming
validate
best
practice.
JID Innovations,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
3(3), P. 100195 - 100195
Published: Feb. 24, 2023
Recently,
Jak
inhibitors
such
as
baricitinib,
upadacitinib,
and
abrocitinib
were
approved
for
the
treatment
of
atopic
dermatitis
(AD)
in
addition
to
biologics,
including
dupilumab,
tralokinumab,
nemolizumab.
The
increase
options
can
be
a
benefit
patients
with
AD.
Meanwhile,
it
could
make
difficult
physicians
choose
best
among
those
options.
Biologics
differ
efficacy,
safety,
route
administration,
whether
or
not
there
is
concern
about
immunogenicity
evidence
on
comorbidities.
Among
three
inhibitors,
degree
inhibition
signal
transducer
activator
transcription
differs
each
inhibitor.
Therefore,
efficacy
safety
profiles
are
different.
Physicians
who
treat
AD
biologics
need
understand
current
individual
patients.
In
this
review,
we
discuss
how
integrating
knowledge
mechanisms
action
potential
significant
adverse
events
these
drugs,
age
comorbidities
patient
help
achieve
optimal
clinical
moderate-to-severe
refractory
topical
agents.
Journal of Clinical Medicine,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
11(15), P. 4431 - 4431
Published: July 29, 2022
In
recent
years,
the
broadening
understanding
of
pathogenesis
atopic
dermatitis
(AD)
has
led
to
development
novel
therapeutic
molecules,
that
target
core
inflammatory
components
disease.
The
Janus
kinase
(JAK)/signal
transducer
and
activation
transcription
(STAT)
pathway
constitutes
principal
signaling
cascade
for
a
large
number
cytokines
growth
factors
is
involved
in
intracellular
signal
transduction
subsequent
regulation
gene
transcription.
Current
knowledge
suggests
robust
T-helper
(Th)-2
[interleukin
(IL)-4,
IL-5,
IL-13,
IL-31]
Th22
(IL-22)
immune
responses
both
skin
serum
plays
pivotal
role
immunopathogenesis
AD
especially
at
acute
stage,
followed
by
variable
degree
Th1
(interferon-γ,
tumor
necrosis
factor
alpha)
Th17
(IL-17)
chronic
Of
note,
most
aforementioned
utilize
JAK/STAT
downstream
transduction,
explaining
emerging
JAK
inhibitors
armamentarium
AD.
present
systematic
review
aims
discuss
involvement
summarize
clinical
data
available
on
efficacy
safety
which
have
been
used
treatment
thus
far.