Exploring Silybin B as a FOXM1 Inhibitor in Glioblastoma Stem Cells: Molecular Docking, ADMET, and Molecular Dynamics Approaches
Published: June 28, 2023
Glioblastoma
multiforme
(GBM)
is
a
highly
heterogeneous
brain
tumor
with
limited
treatment
options
and
poor
prognosis.
Cancer
stem
cells
(CSCs)
have
emerged
as
critical
factor
in
GBM
resistance
management,
contributing
to
growth,
heterogeneity,
immunosuppression.
The
transcription
FOXM1
has
been
identified
key
player
the
progression,
spread,
therapy
of
various
cancers,
including
GBM.
In
this
study,
researchers
conducted
structure-based
silico
screening
identify
natural
compounds
that
could
target
DNA-binding
domain
(DBD)
protein.
Through
molecular
docking
analyses,
Silybin
B
potential
inhibitor
FOXM1,
exhibiting
strong
interaction
MD
simulations
were
performed
validate
binding
stability
FOXM1-Silybin
complex.
study
provides
valuable
insights
into
its
ability
induce
senescence
cells.
These
findings
contribute
development
design
strategies
for
inhibitors
innovative
therapeutic
approaches
Glioblastoma.
Language: Английский
Unveiling the Potentials of Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal as a Precise Therapeutic Intervention Against Glioblastoma Multiforme
Sohini Kulavi,
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Debajit Dhar,
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Karan Iyer
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et al.
Published: March 20, 2024
Glioblastoma
multiforme
(GBM)
is
the
most
severe
and
fatal
form
of
brain
tumor,
leading
to
a
poor
survival
rate
in
patients
making
significant
contribution
cancer-related
deaths.
The
typical
approaches
treating
GBM
involve
surgical
procedures
followed
by
chemotherapy,
targeting
molecular
pathways
involving
receptors
like
Epidermal
Growth
Factor
Receptor
(EGFR,
EGFRvIII)
Vascular
Endothelial
(VEGFR)
modulate
various
cell
signaling
pathways.
However,
effectiveness
current
treatments
notably
constrained.
Withania
somnifera
(WS)
(L.)
Dunal,
commonly
known
as
Ashwagandha,
has
history
spanning
over
3,000
years
Ayurvedic
traditional
medicine.
This
medicinal
plant
diverse
properties,
encompassing
anti-inflammatory,
anticancer
antioxidant
attributes.
Recent
advancements
field
herbal
medicines
have
explored
its
potential
managing
deadly
diseases
cancer.
Ashwagandha
or
W.
somnifera,
mostly
found
dry,
sub-tropical
regions
world
including
India,
well-known
source
medicines,
many
specific
phytochemicals,
viz.
Withaferin
A,
Withanolide
etc.
review
discusses
supported
several
research
reports
dealing
with
extracts
phytochemicals
from
different
parts
plant,
showing
against
Language: Английский