Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
41(18), P. 9022 - 9038
Published: Nov. 3, 2022
Alzheimer's
disease
(AD)
is
a
progressive
and
fatal
neurodegenerative
that
characterized
by
memory
cognitive
impairments
predominantly
affects
the
elderly
most
common
cause
of
dementia.
As
known,
AChE
enzyme
consists
two
parts.
In
this
work,
10
new
hydrazones
(3a-3j)
were
designed
synthesized.
Naphthalene,
indole,
benzofuran
benzothiophene
rings
used
to
interact
with
PAS
region.
4-fluorophenyl
4-fluorobenzyl
structures
preferred
for
interaction
CAS
biological
activity
studies,
BChE
inhibitory
potentials
all
compounds
evaluated
using
in
vitro
Ellman
method.
The
evaluation
showed
3i
3j
displayed
significant
against
AChE.
IC50
values
0.034
0.027
µM
AChE,
respectively.
reference
drug
donepezil
(IC50
=
0.021
µM)
also
inhibition
addition,
antioxidant
activities
evaluated.
Derivatives
3j,
which
emerged
active
from
both
subjected
PAMPA
tests
determine
BBB
permeability.
Further
docking
simulation
revealed
these
(3i,
donepezil)
interacted
site
similar
manner
donepezil.
A
few
parameters
derived
MD
trajectories
computed
validated
protein-ligand
complex's
stability
under
dynamic
conditions.Communicated
Ramaswamy
H.
Sarma.
Journal of Molecular Liquids,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
395, P. 123888 - 123888
Published: Dec. 27, 2023
Efficient
drug
delivery
systems
(DDSs)
play
a
pivotal
role
in
ensuring
pharmaceuticals'
targeted
and
effective
administration.
However,
the
intricate
interplay
between
formulations
poses
challenges
their
design
optimization.
Simulations
have
emerged
as
indispensable
tools
for
comprehending
these
interactions
enhancing
DDS
performance
to
address
this
complexity.
This
comprehensive
review
explores
latest
advancements
simulation
techniques
provides
detailed
analysis.
The
encompasses
various
methodologies,
including
molecular
dynamics
(MD),
Monte
Carlo
(MC),
finite
element
analysis
(FEA),
computational
fluid
(CFD),
density
functional
theory
(DFT),
machine
learning
(ML),
dissipative
particle
(DPD).
These
are
critically
examined
context
of
research.
article
presents
illustrative
case
studies
involving
liposomal,
polymer-based,
nano-particulate,
implantable
DDSs,
demonstrating
influential
simulations
optimizing
systems.
Furthermore,
addresses
advantages
limitations
It
also
identifies
future
directions
research
development,
such
integrating
multiple
techniques,
refining
validating
models
greater
accuracy,
overcoming
limitations,
exploring
applications
personalized
medicine
innovative
DDSs.
employing
like
MD,
MC,
FEA,
CFD,
DFT,
ML,
DPD
offer
crucial
insights
into
behaviour,
aiding
Despite
advantages,
rapid
cost-effective
screening,
require
validation
addressing
limitations.
Future
should
focus
on
models,
enhance
outcomes.
paper
underscores
contribution
emphasizing
providing
valuable
facilitating
development
optimization
ultimately
patient
As
we
continue
explore
impact
advancing
discovery
improving
DDSs
is
expected
be
profound.
Frontiers in Nutrition,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
9
Published: April 22, 2022
The
seaweed
industries
generate
considerable
amounts
of
waste
that
must
be
appropriately
managed.
This
biomass
from
marine
is
a
rich
source
high-value
bioactive
compounds.
Thus,
this
can
adequately
utilized
by
recovering
the
compounds
for
therapeutic
purposes.
Histone
deacetylases
(HDACs)
are
key
epigenetic
regulators
established
as
one
most
promising
targets
cancer
chemotherapy.
In
present
study,
our
objective
to
find
HDAC
2
inhibitor.
We
performed
top-down
in
silico
methodologies
identify
potential
inhibitors
screening
edible
waste.
One
hundred
ninety-three
(n
=
193)
seaweeds
were
initially
screened
and
filtered
with
drug-likeness
properties
using
SwissADME.
After
that,
followed
further
evaluate
their
binding
protein
Glide
high
throughput
virtual
(HTVS),
standard
precision
(SP),
extra
(XP),
quantum
polarized
ligand
docking
(QPLD).
compound
higher
negative
energy
was
selected,
validate
mode
stability
complex,
molecular
dynamics
(MD)
simulations
Desmond
performed.
complex-binding
free
calculation
mechanics-generalized
born
surface
area
(MM-GBSA)
calculation.
Post-MD
simulation
analyses
such
PCA,
DCCM,
landscape
also
evaluated.
mechanical
electronic
assessed
density
functional
theory
(DFT)
study.
These
findings
support
use
resources
like
drug
development
its
obtained
results
encourage
vitro
vivo
research.
Our
show
has
affinity
catalytic
site
properties,
against
cancer.
ACS Omega,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
8(7), P. 6908 - 6917
Published: Feb. 7, 2023
Thirteen
isopropyl
chalcones
(CA1-CA13)
were
synthesized
and
evaluated
for
their
inhibitory
activity
against
monoamine
oxidase
(MAO).
All
compounds
inhibited
MAO-B
more
effectively
than
MAO-A.
Compound
CA4
most
potently
with
an
IC50
value
of
0.032
μM,
similar
to
that
CA3
(IC50
=
0.035
μM)
high
selectivity
index
(SI)
values
over
MAO-A
(SI
49.75
353.23,
respectively).
The
-OH
(CA4)
or
-F
(CA3)
group
at
the
para
position
on
A
ring
provided
higher
inhibition
other
substituents
(-OH
≥
>
-Cl
-Br
-OCH2CH3
-CF3).
On
hand,
compound
CA10
0.310
μM
0.074
μM).
Br-containing
thiophene
substituent
(CA10)
instead
showed
highest
inhibition.
In
a
kinetic
study,
Ki
0.076
±
0.001
0.027
0.002
respectively,
was
0.016
0.005
μM.
reversibility
study
reversible
inhibitors
inhibitor
docking
molecular
dynamics,
hydroxyl
two
hydrogen
bonds
contributed
stability
protein-ligand
complex.
These
results
suggest
are
potent
selective
can
be
used
treatment
Parkinson's
disease.
Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 15
Published: March 31, 2024
Herein,
we
report
the
synthesis
and
characterization
of
novel
1,3,4-oxadiazole
derivatives,
2-methoxybenzyl
5-(4-chlorophenyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole-2-carboxylate
(C1)
5-(2-chlorophenyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole-2-carboxylate
(C2),
methoxybenzyl
5-(3-chlorophenyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole-2-carboxylate
(C3)
obtained
through
desulfurative
cyclization
reaction.
The
compound
C2
was
crystallized,
its
crystal
structure
elucidated
using
single-crystal
X-ray
diffraction
technique.
Hirshfeld
surface
analysis
carried
out
to
analyze,
visualize
globally
appreciate
weak
interactions
involved
in
packing.
These
analyses
were
complemented
by
Quantum
Theory
Atoms
In
Molecules
(QTAIM)
Reduced
Density
Gradient
(RDG),
which
allowed
us
decipher
nature
types
attractive
forces
that
contribute
maintain
titled
compound.
Moreover,
ADME
profile
predicted
assess
drug
likeness.
Finally,
silico
studies
performed
explore
binding
affinity
compounds
(C1–3)
against
Myelofibrosis
molecular
docking
dynamic
simulations.
Molecules,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
29(2), P. 346 - 346
Published: Jan. 10, 2024
Aromatase
is
an
enzyme
that
plays
a
crucial
role
in
the
biosynthesis
of
estrogens,
which
are
hormones
contribute
to
growth
certain
types
breast
cancer.
In
particular,
aromatase
catalyzes
conversion
androgens
(male
hormones)
into
estrogens
(female
various
tissues,
including
adrenal
glands,
ovaries,
and
adipose
tissue.
Given
estrogen
promoting
hormone-receptor-positive
cancers,
has
become
important
molecular
target
for
development
anticancer
agents.
inhibitors
can
be
classified
two
main
groups
based
on
their
chemical
structure:
steroidal
non-steroidal
inhibitors.
This
work
presents
review
literature
from
last
ten
years
regarding
search
new
We
present
directions
search,
taking
account
impact
structure
modifications
activity.