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Al-Hujaj HH, Majed AA, Abdalzahra QR, Abid DS, Faisal NH, Nameh HH, Naser NA, Zaki ME, Al-Hussain SA, Gomha SM, Alfarsi A, A․ Elhenawy A, Abdellah IM. Thiazolidine derivatives as promising prostate cancer agents: Design, synthesis, in vitro evaluation, DFT, ADME, POM, docking, and toxicity studies. J Mol Struct 2025; 1340:142544. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molstruc.2025.142544] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/14/2025]
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Tshiyoyo KS, Rabbad A, Yusuf AA, Malgas S. Combination of citrus peel-derived essential oils with acarbose to inhibit amylolytic enzymes - A potential type II diabetes treatment approach. Int J Biol Macromol 2025; 306:141504. [PMID: 40015399 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.141504] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2024] [Revised: 02/05/2025] [Accepted: 02/24/2025] [Indexed: 03/01/2025]
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Type 2 diabetes (T2D) can be managed by inhibiting amylolytic enzymes, α-amylase and α-glucosidase, reducing the impact of dietary carbohydrates on blood glucose elevation. Acarbose, a current α-glucose inhibitor (AGI), has excessive α-amylase inhibition, resulting in side effects associated with large amounts of undigested starch being fermented in the colon. This study evaluated the AGI efficacy of citrus peel-derived essential oils, where they were first tested in silico against the target amylolytic enzymes, and then their AGI activity was tested in vitro. The synergistic effects of the essential oils with acarbose against amylolytic enzymes were also determined. In silico and in vitro data of the efficacy of the essential oils as AGIs correlated positively; lower Ki values correlated with more negative binding affinity. Furthermore, molecular dynamic simulations of the most potent compounds were evaluated and indicated relative flexibility and stability induced upon ligand interactions with the protein. The standard AGI drug, acarbose, had the lowest Ki (0.10 ± 0.01 mg/mL) and more negative binding affinity (-7.5 kcal/mol) than the essential oils for α-glucosidase; however, the essential oils only showed potent inhibition against α-glucosidase, with the most potent essential oils being valencene (Ki = 0.33 ± 0.04 mg/mL), carveol (Ki = 0.53 ± 0.02 mg/mL) and geraniol (Ki = 0.56 ± 0.02 mg/mL). The essential oils and acarbose displayed competitive inhibition of α-glucosidase. Furthermore, a combination of acarbose with carveol or geraniol at a ratio of 12.5 μg/mL: 2 mg/mL exhibited antagonistic (CI > 10) and synergistic (CI < 0.7) effects on α-amylase and α-glucosidase inhibition, respectively. Carveol or geraniol can be considered as potentially therapeutic in managing T2D, as it may display lowered AGI-associated side effects.
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- Kadima Samuel Tshiyoyo
- Department of Biochemistry, Genetics and Microbiology, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa
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- Department of Biochemistry, Genetics and Microbiology, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa
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- Department of Zoology and Entomology, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa
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- Department of Biochemistry, Genetics and Microbiology, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa.
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Manivannan HP, Veeraraghavan VP, Francis AP. Prediction of Multi-targeting Pharmacological Activity of Bioactive Compounds from Medicinal Plants Against Hepatocellular Carcinoma Through Advanced Network Pharmacology and Bioinformatics-Based Investigation. Appl Biochem Biotechnol 2025; 197:2979-3007. [PMID: 39820926 DOI: 10.1007/s12010-024-05150-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/24/2024] [Indexed: 01/19/2025]
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The primary objective of this study was to identify bioactive compounds from four medicinal plants with multi-targeting activity against hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). A comprehensive analysis led to the identification of a subset of compounds possessing favorable drug-likeness, pharmacokinetics, and absence of toxicity profiles. Target analysis for 42 phytochemicals revealed 210 potential targets associated with HCC. Protein-protein interaction (PPI) analysis of these targets uncovered five critical hub genes, STAT3, SRC, AKT1, MAPK3, and EGFR, in our study. Correlation analysis of these hub genes indicated a strong positive correlation between EGFR, MAPK3, and SRC expression highlighting their interconnected roles in HCC. Survival analysis underscored the significant prognostic role of these hub genes in HCC underscoring their potential as biomarkers. The co-expression analysis unveiled an intricate network of interactions among the hub genes, while the enrichment analysis demonstrated their enrichment in diverse biological and signaling pathways related to HCC. Molecular docking analysis between the seven phytochemicals and five identified targets revealed that bauerenol exhibited good affinity towards all the targets. Subsequent molecular dynamics (MD) simulations demonstrated that bauerenol formed stable complexes with STAT3, AKT1, EGFR, and MAPK3, suggesting its potential as a multi-targeted inhibitor. Our research suggests that bauerenol shows promise as an inhibitor for HCC targets and stands out as a notable lead compound. However, further experimental studies are necessary to confirm its activity and to evaluate its potential as a therapeutic agent for HCC.
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- Hema Priya Manivannan
- Centre of Molecular Medicine and Diagnostics (COMManD), Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, 600077, India
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- Centre of Molecular Medicine and Diagnostics (COMManD), Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, 600077, India
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- Centre of Molecular Medicine and Diagnostics (COMManD), Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, 600077, India.
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Tessema FB, Asfaw TB, Tadesse MG, Bachheti RK, Gonfa YH, Addisie DS, Aregahegn TG, Tadesse TG, Aboneh M. Exploring antimicrobial properties and oral health benefits of salix subserrata willd: unveiling the potential beyond its use as traditional chewing stick. BMC Complement Med Ther 2025; 25:117. [PMID: 40148881 PMCID: PMC11948874 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-025-04854-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 03/13/2025] [Indexed: 03/29/2025] Open
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BACKGROUND Salix subserrata is one of the traditional chewing sticks used commonly in Ethiopia. It is also used traditionally against rabies and other infections. There has been no comprehensive research on the biological activity of this plant to demonstrate its role in maintaining oral health. Given the compounds previously isolated from this species, this study aims to predict which extracts among the four solvents are responsible for promoting oral health. METHOD The phytochemical content and antioxidant activity of the leaves, stem, and stem bark extracted with four different solvents were evaluated using standard methods. The EC50 of the extracts was tested with the DPPH assay, and the silicon content of the stem was determined by a gravimetric method. The antibacterial activity was tested using an agar well diffusion method at different test concentrations of (mg/ml) crude extracts and MIC/MBC were determined using the microdilution method. Physicochemical and ADME properties were determined using the SwissADME online server. PASS online was used to predict biological activities related to the oral health of the compounds previously isolated from the plant. RESULTS The antioxidant activity, in terms of EC50, of the leaves of S. subserrata was comparable to that of the standard reference, ascorbic acid. The silicon content in the stem extract of the plant was found to be 0.24%. The leaves of S. subserrata exhibited higher levels of total phenolic and flavonoid contents compared to other parts of the plant. Hexane, chloroform, and ethyl acetate extracts of S. subserrata were found to be active against the Gram-positive bacteria (Listeria monocytogenes and Enterococcus faecalis) which are known to be responsible for foodborne infections. Among the previously reported compounds from S. subserrata, catechin, quercetin, saligenin, catechol, gallocatechin, salicin, and triandrin were found to be predicted for the strong antioxidant, anti-infection, and anti-mucositis activities. CONCLUSION All phytochemical analysis and antimicrobial activity results underscore the significance of plants traditionally used as chewing sticks. The roles of previously isolated compounds in maintaining oral health were also predicted, though toxicity tests and comprehensive profiling of the extracts necessitate further investigation.
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- Fekade Beshah Tessema
- Department of Chemistry, College of Natural and Computational Sciences, Woldia University, PO Box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
- Department of Industrial Chemistry, College of Natural and Applied Sciences, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, PO Box 16417, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Natural and Computational Sciences, University of Gondar, PO Box 196, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Industrial Chemistry, College of Natural and Applied Sciences, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, PO Box 16417, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Centre of Excellence in Biotechnology and Bioprocess, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, PO Box 16417, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Centre of Molecular Medicine and Diagnostics, Saveetha Dental College & Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, India, Chennai, 600 077, India
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Natural and Computational Science, Ambo University, PO Box 19, Ambo, Ethiopia
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- Department of Industrial Chemistry, College of Natural and Applied Sciences, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, PO Box 16417, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Centre of Excellence in Biotechnology and Bioprocess, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, PO Box 16417, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Industrial Chemistry, College of Natural and Applied Sciences, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, PO Box 16417, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Centre of Excellence in Biotechnology and Bioprocess, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, PO Box 16417, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Health Biotechnology Directorate, Bio and Emerging Technology Institute, PO Box 5954, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Animal Biotechnology Directorate, Bio and Emerging Technology Institute, PO Box 5954, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Mangral ZA, Bhat BA, Sheikh S, Islam SU, Tariq L, Dar R, Varadharajan V, Hassan Dar TU. Exploring the therapeutic potential of Rhododendron anthopogon D.Don essential oil constituents against lung cancer: A network pharmacology-based analysis with molecular docking and experimental studies. Comput Biol Med 2025; 187:109827. [PMID: 39933268 DOI: 10.1016/j.compbiomed.2025.109827] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2024] [Revised: 01/11/2025] [Accepted: 02/07/2025] [Indexed: 02/13/2025]
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Rhododendron anthopogon D.Don is an evergreen shrub used by Himalayan healers to treat many ailments most notably lung problems. However, the mechanism by which R. anthopogon essential oil fights lung cancer has not been well studied. Here, in the present study, we used network pharmacology in combination with chemical profiling, molecular docking, and in-vitro experimental studies to uncover the mechanism of R. anthopogon essential oil constituents against lung cancer. By employing network pharmacology-based analysis, a total of 266 potential target genes obtained for 12 active components of R. anthopogon interacted with 260 common targets and 17,731 disease targets associated with lung cancer were retrieved. Using protein-protein interaction network (PPI), search tool for the retrieval of interacting genes/proteins (STRING) and database for annotation, visualization, and integrated discovery (DAVID) databases, we predicted that the main signaling pathways involved in the association of lung cancer with R. anthopogon essential oil constituents are the cancer signaling pathway and vascular endothelial growth factor and its receptor (VEGFR) cancer signalling pathway. Using TIMER 2.0 analysis and University of Alabama Cancer Database (UALCAN) findings, the expression pattern of EGFR was investigated across all TCGA (The cancer genome atlas) datasets. The study revealed that EGFR expression was elevated in various cancers especially in lung adenocarcinoma. Molecular docking analysis revealed that linalool, α-bisabolol, and guaiol possessed strong binding affinity with TNF-α, MAPK3, and EGFR protein drug targets. Our results predicted that TNF-α, MAPK3, and EGFR may be potential molecular targets of R. anthopogon essential oil constituents for the treatment of lung cancer. Furthermore, our study verified that R. anthopogon essential oil constituents inhibit proliferation, and induces apoptosis in lung cancer cell lines. Therefore, the present study highlights anti-lung cancer activity of the constituents of R. anthopogon essential oil and its potential involvement in comprehending therapeutic mechanism that may be applied in the lung cancer therapy.
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- Zahid Ahmed Mangral
- Department of Biotechnology, School of Biosciences and Biotechnology, BGSB University, Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- Department of Bio-Resources, Govt. Degree College for Women, Pulwama, J & K, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Kashmir Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Biosciences and Biotechnology, BGSB University, Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Biosciences and Biotechnology, BGSB University, Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- Centre of Research for Development, University of Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Biosciences and Biotechnology, BGSB University, Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, India.
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Jayaprakash P, Begum T, Lal M. Network pharmacology-integrated molecular modeling analysis of Aquilaria malaccensis L. (agarwood) essential oil phytocompounds. In Silico Pharmacol 2024; 13:3. [PMID: 39726902 PMCID: PMC11668724 DOI: 10.1007/s40203-024-00289-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2024] [Accepted: 11/19/2024] [Indexed: 12/28/2024] Open
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A network pharmacology approach was used to construct comprehensive pharmacological networks, elucidating the interactions between agarwood compounds and key biological targets associated with cancer pathways. We have employed a combination of network pharmacology, molecular docking and molecular dynamics to unravel agarwood plants' active components and potential mechanisms. Reported 23 molecules were collected from the agarwood plants and considered to identify molecular targets. Further, we identified ten potent targets related to cancer through network pharmacology analysis. The key targets include EGFR, JUN, TP53, SRC, MAPK3, ACTB, GAPDH, AKT1, MYC and CTNNB1. The biological processes include the negative regulation of fibroblast proliferation, metabolic, oxidative, and more. Subsequently, molecular docking results have indicated that 7-isopropenyl-1, 4a-dimethyl-4, 4a, 5,6,7,8-hexahydro-3 H-naphthalen-2-one showed an excellent binding affinity for all ten targets. This is the first study; we employed a novel integrated approach that combines network pharmacology, molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulation (MDS). The GO and KEGG, pathway enrichment analyses, shed light on biological processes relevant to cancer treatment. Moreover, molecular docking studies results indicated that the molecule 7-isopropenyl-1,4a-dimethyl-4,4a,5,6,7,8-hexahydro-3H-naphthalen-2-one exhibited strong binding affinity among all ten cancer targets, with a docking score ranging from - 9.9 to - 6.7 kcal/mol and found to have hydrogen bond interaction with Lys168, Ser322, Thr336 and Ala946 residues. MDS sheds light on the stability of their binding, the longevity of their interactions, and their overall effect on the enzyme's active site throughout the simulation. The current work signifies the initial report using bioinformatics approaches to assess the anticancer properties of compounds derived from the agarwood plant.
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- Prajisha Jayaprakash
- Agro-Technology and Rural Development Division, CSIR-North East Institute of Science and Technology, Jorhat, Assam India
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- Agro-Technology and Rural Development Division, CSIR-North East Institute of Science and Technology, Jorhat, Assam India
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- Agro-Technology and Rural Development Division, CSIR-North East Institute of Science and Technology, Jorhat, Assam India
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Aggarwal R, Sharma M, Hooda M, Sharma PC, Sharma D. Eco-friendly Regioselective Synthesis, Biological Evaluation of Some New 5-acylfunctionalized 2-(1H-pyrazol-1-yl)thiazoles as Potential Antimicrobial and Anthelmintic Agents. ChemistryOpen 2024; 13:e202400142. [PMID: 39115105 PMCID: PMC11564866 DOI: 10.1002/open.202400142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2024] [Revised: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 11/16/2024] Open
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The present study describes an eco-friendly NBS-assisted regioselective synthesis of new 5-acylfunctionalized 5-acylfunctionalized 2-(1H-pyrazol-1-yl)thiazoles by condensation of 3,5-dimethyl-1H-pyrazole-1-carbothioamide with unsymmetrical 1,3-diketones under solvent-free conditions. The structural elucidation of the newly synthesized compounds was accomplished using various spectroscopic techniques viz. FTIR, NMR and mass spectrometry. All the newly synthesized compounds were examined for their in vitro antimicrobial potential against both pathogenic gram positive and gram negative bacterial and fungal species as well as anthelmintic activity against Pheretima posthuma earthworms. The results of antimicrobial activity revealed that all tested compounds 3 a-j showed excellent antimicrobial potential particularly against S. aureus. It was also observed that compounds 3 e and 3 i (MIC=62.5 μg/mL) showed greater potency against E. coli, whereas compounds 3 a and 3 h (MIC=50 μg/mL and 62.5 μg/mL) demonstrated better activity against P. aeruginosa and compound 3 i (MIC=62.5 μg/mL) exhibited superior activity against S. pyogenus when compared to standard drug Ampicillin (MIC=100μg/mL). Compound 3 e and 3 j revealed remarkable antifungal and anthelmintic activities. To find out binding interactions of target compounds with target proteins and pharmacokinetic parameters of the compounds, in silico investigations involving molecular docking studies and ADMET predictions were also performed.
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- Ranjana Aggarwal
- Department of ChemistryKurukshetra UniversityKurukshetra136119HaryanaIndia
- Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy ResearchNew Delhi110012India
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- Department of ChemistryKurukshetra UniversityKurukshetra136119HaryanaIndia
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- Department of ChemistryKurukshetra UniversityKurukshetra136119HaryanaIndia
- Department of ChemistryGurugram UniversityGurugram122003HaryanaIndia
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- School of Pharmaceutical ScienceDelhi Pharmaceutical Science and Research UniversityNew Delhi110017India
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- Swami Devi Dyal Institute of PharmacyGolpura, Barwala134118India
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Wahyuni DK, Junairiah J, Rosyanti C, Kharisma VD, Syukriya AJ, Rahmawati CT, Purkan P, Subramaniam S, Prasongsuk S, Purnobasuki H. Computational and in vitro analyses of the antibacterial effect of the ethanolic extract of Pluchea indica L. leaves. Biomed Rep 2024; 21:137. [PMID: 39129835 PMCID: PMC11310492 DOI: 10.3892/br.2024.1825] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2024] [Accepted: 06/19/2024] [Indexed: 08/13/2024] Open
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The most common gram-negative, Escherichia coli, and gram-positive bacteria, Bacillus spp., have evolved different mechanisms that have caused the emergence of multi-drug resistance. As a result, drugs that block the bacterial growth cycle are needed. Here, in silico and in vitro studies were performed to assess compounds in the Pluchea indica leaf extract, a medicinal plant, that can inhibit bacterial proteins. Briefly, P. indica leaves were extracted using ethanol. The crude extract was then subjected to gas chromatography-mass spectrometry for metabolite screening. Molecular docking simulations with rhomboid protease (Rpro) (Protein data bank ID number: 3ZMI from E. coli and filamenting temperature-sensitive mutant Z (FtsZ) protein data bank ID number: 2VAM from Bacillus subtilis were performed. Moreover, the well diffusion method was used to confirm the antibacterial activity of P. indica leaf extract. A total of 10 compounds were identified in the P. indica extract and used for computational analysis. Based on drug-likeness prediction, P. indica compounds may be drug-like molecules. Binding affinity tests indicated that 10,10-Dimethyl-2,6-dimethylenebicyclo(7.2.0)undecan-5.β.-ol and 11,11-Dimethyl-4,8-dimethylenebicyclo(7.2.0)undecan-3-ol had the most negative values. Accordingly, these compounds may be potential ligands that bind to bacterial proteins. The root mean square fluctuation values was <2 Å, indicating stable fluctuation binding for the ligand-protein complex. According to in vitro antibacterial assays, a high concentration (50%) of the P. indica extract markedly inhibited E. coli and B. subtilis, with inhibitory zone diameters of 31.86±1.63 and 21.09±0.09 mm, respectively. Overall, the compounds in the P. indica leaf extract were identified as functional inhibitors of E. coli and B. subtilis proteins via in silico analysis. This may facilitate development of antibacterial agents.
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- Dwi Kusuma Wahyuni
- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
- Center of Excellence in Plant Biodiversity and Biotechnology, Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
- Center of Excellence in Plant Biodiversity and Biotechnology, Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
- School of Biological Science, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Georgetown 11800, Malaysia
- Centre for Chemical Biology, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Bayan Lepas, 11900, Penang, Malaysia
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- Plant Biomass Utilization Research Unit, Department of Botany, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
- Center of Excellence in Plant Biodiversity and Biotechnology, Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
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Saikia Q, Adhikari K, Sanjeev A, Hazarika A, Sarma K. Isoliquiritigenin: a potential drug candidate for the management of erectile dysfunction. J Pharm Pharmacol 2024; 76:1065-1077. [PMID: 38865360 DOI: 10.1093/jpp/rgae054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2023] [Accepted: 04/23/2024] [Indexed: 06/14/2024]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to assess the erectogenic properties of isoliquiritigenin taking sildenafil (SDF) as the standard. METHODS The binding affinity of isoliquiritigenin (ISL) with the erectile marker proteins (endothelial nitric oxide synthase [eNOS] and enzyme phosphodiesterase type 5 [PDE5]) was investigated using Autodock Vina, which was validated using molecular dynamics simulation. Furthermore, the effect of ISL on the eNOS and PDE5 messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA) expression and the sexual behavior of mice was investigated, along with the assessment of the pharmacokinetics of ISL. KEY FINDINGS The results revealed that the binding affinity of ISL-eNOS/PDE5 and SDF-eNOS/PDE5 was in the range of -7.5 to -8.6 kcal/mol. The ISL-eNOS/PDE5 complexes remained stable throughout the 100 ns simulation period. Root mean square deviation, Rg, SASA, hydrogen, and hydrophobic interactions were similar between ISL-eNOS/PDE5 and SDF-eNOS/PDE5. Analysis of mRNA expressions in paroxetine (PRX)-induced ED mice showed that the co-administration of PRX with ISL reduced PDE5 and increased eNOS mRNA expression, similar to the co-administered group (PRX+SDF). The sexual behavior study revealed that the results of PRX+ISL were better than those of the PRX+SDF group. Pharmacokinetic evaluation further demonstrated that ISL possesses drug-like properties. CONCLUSIONS The results showed that ISL is equally potent as SDF in terms of binding affinity, specific pharmacological properties, and modulating sexual behavior.
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- Queen Saikia
- Department of Zoology, Mangaldai College, Mangaldai, Assam 784125, India
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- Department of Zoology, Tihu College, Tihu, Assam 781371, India
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- ACTREC, Sector 22, Utsav Chowk - CISF Rd, Owe Camp, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 410210, India
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- Tyagbir Hem Baruah College, Jamugurihat, Sonitpur, Assam 784189, India
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- Department of Computational Biology and Biotechnology, Mahapurusha Srimanta Sankardeva Viswavidyalaya (Guwahati Unit), Rupnagar, Guwahati 781032, India
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Gulzar RMA, Ren CX, Fang X, Xu YP, Saand MA, Cai XZ. Glutamate Receptor-like (GLR) Family in Brassica napus: Genome-Wide Identification and Functional Analysis in Resistance to Sclerotinia sclerotiorum. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:5670. [PMID: 38891858 PMCID: PMC11172227 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25115670] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2024] [Revised: 05/17/2024] [Accepted: 05/18/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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Plant glutamate receptor-like channels (GLRs) are homologs of animal ionotropic glutamate receptors. GLRs are critical in various plant biological functions, yet their genomic features and functions in disease resistance remain largely unknown in many crop species. Here, we report the results on a thorough genome-wide study of the GLR family in oilseed rape (Brassica napus) and their role in resistance to the fungal pathogen Sclerotinia sclerotiorum. A total of 61 GLRs were identified in oilseed rape. They comprised three groups, as in Arabidopsis thaliana. Detailed computational analyses, including prediction of domain and motifs, cellular localization, cis-acting elements, PTM sites, and amino acid ligands and their binding pockets in BnGLR proteins, unveiled a set of group-specific characteristics of the BnGLR family, which included chromosomal distribution, motif composition, intron number and size, and methylation sites. Functional dissection employing virus-induced gene silencing of BnGLRs in oilseed rape and Arabidopsis mutants of BnGLR homologs demonstrated that BnGLR35/AtGLR2.5 positively, while BnGLR12/AtGLR1.2 and BnGLR53/AtGLR3.2 negatively, regulated plant resistance to S. sclerotiorum, indicating that GLR genes were differentially involved in this resistance. Our findings reveal the complex involvement of GLRs in B. napus resistance to S. sclerotiorum and provide clues for further functional characterization of BnGLRs.
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- Rana Muhammad Amir Gulzar
- Key Laboratory of Biology and Ecological Control of Crop Pathogens and Insects of Zhejiang Province, Institute of Biotechnology, College of Agriculture and Biotechnology, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Key Laboratory of Biology and Ecological Control of Crop Pathogens and Insects of Zhejiang Province, Institute of Biotechnology, College of Agriculture and Biotechnology, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Key Laboratory of Biology and Ecological Control of Crop Pathogens and Insects of Zhejiang Province, Institute of Biotechnology, College of Agriculture and Biotechnology, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Centre of Analysis and Measurement, Zhejiang University, 866 Yu Hang Tang Road, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Department of Botany, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur 66020, Sindh, Pakistan
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- Key Laboratory of Biology and Ecological Control of Crop Pathogens and Insects of Zhejiang Province, Institute of Biotechnology, College of Agriculture and Biotechnology, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
- Hainan Institute, Zhejiang University, Sanya 572025, China
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Ponnusamy N, Pillai G, Arumugam M. Computational investigation of phytochemicals identified from medicinal plant extracts against tuberculosis. J Biomol Struct Dyn 2024; 42:3382-3395. [PMID: 37211911 DOI: 10.1080/07391102.2023.2213341] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2023] [Accepted: 05/05/2023] [Indexed: 05/23/2023]
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Tuberculosis (TB) is still one of the world's most challenging infectious diseases and the emergence of drug-resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis poses a significant threat to the treatment of TB. Identifying new medications based on local traditional remedies has become more essential. Gas Chromatography-Mass spectrometry (GC-MS) (Perkin-Elmer, MA, USA) was used to identify potential bioactive components in Solanum surattense, Piper longum, and Alpinia galanga plants sections. The fruits and rhizomes' chemical compositions were analyzed using solvents like petroleum ether, chloroform, ethyl acetate, and methanol. A total of 138 phytochemicals were identified, further categorized and finalized with 109 chemicals. The phytochemicals were docked with selected proteins (ethA, gyrB, and rpoB) using AutoDock Vina. The top complexes were selected and preceded with molecular dynamics simulation. It was found that the rpoB-sclareol complex is very stable, which means it could be further explored. The compounds were further studied for ADMET (Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion, and Toxicity) properties. Sclareol has obeyed all the rules and it might be a potential chemical to treat TB.Communicated by Ramaswamy H. Sarma.
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- Nirmaladevi Ponnusamy
- Department of Biotechnology, School of Biosciences and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Biosciences and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, India
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Kulavi S, Dhar D, Kamal IM, Chakrabarti S, Bandyopadhyay J. EIF4A3 targeted therapeutic intervention in glioblastoma multiforme using phytochemicals from Indian medicinal plants - an integration of phytotherapy into precision onco-medicine. J Biomol Struct Dyn 2024:1-21. [PMID: 38345073 DOI: 10.1080/07391102.2024.2314257] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2023] [Accepted: 01/28/2024] [Indexed: 03/11/2025]
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Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM), an aggressive brain tumor (grade-IV astrocytoma), poses treatment challenges. Poor prognosis results from the rapid growth, highlighting the role of EIF4A3 in regulating non-coding RNAs. EIF4A3 promotes the expression of several non-coding RNAs, viz, Circ matrix metallopeptidase 9 (MMP9), a prominent oncogene, by interacting with the upstream region of the circMMP9 mRNA transcript and acts on cell proliferation, migration, and invasion of GBM. However, research shows that EIF4A3 knockdown inhibits glioblastoma progression and increases apoptosis. In this study, we explored the efficiency of the phytochemicals from plants like Withania somnifera and Castanea sativa with potential anti-glioblastoma effects as obtained from the Indian Medicinal Plants, Phytochemistry and Therapeutics (IMPPAT) database. Consequently, we have performed a virtual screening of the compounds against the protein EIF4A3. We further investigated the efficiency of the shortlisted compounds based on docking scores evaluated using GOLD, AutoDock4.2, LeDock, and binding free energy analyses using Molecular Mechanics Poisson-Boltzmann Surface Area (MMPBSA). Among the phytochemicals studied so far, several Withania-specific compounds from Withania somnifera and a single dietary compound, viz., Thiamine from Castanea sativa, have exhibited comparatively good blood-brain barrier permeability, significant binding affinity towards the EIF4A3, and good ADMET properties. Furthermore, we have verified the interaction stability of the lead molecules with EIF4A3 using MD simulations. Thus, the present study offers an opportunity to develop drug candidates targeting glioblastoma caused by EIF4A3 over-expression, integrating phytotherapy into precision oncology to create tailored and precise natural treatment strategies for cancer.
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- Sohini Kulavi
- Department of Biotechnology, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, Nadia, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, Nadia, India
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- Structural Biology and Bioinformatics Division, CSIR Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, Kolkata, India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Gaziabad, India
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- Structural Biology and Bioinformatics Division, CSIR Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, Kolkata, India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Gaziabad, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, Nadia, India
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Surendran KM, Maran S, Murugesan T. Identification of the potential phytocompounds from Endostemon viscosus against GAPDH : a computational approach. In Silico Pharmacol 2024; 12:11. [PMID: 38344061 PMCID: PMC10853126 DOI: 10.1007/s40203-023-00183-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2023] [Accepted: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 02/11/2025] Open
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Oxidative stress is a phenomenon caused by an imbalance between the production and accumulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in cells and tissues and the ability of the biological system to detoxify these reactive products. Glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate dehydrogenase (GAPDH) is one of the most common targets of oxidative stress, and the oxidation of the enzymes causes the inactivation of Glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate dehydrogenase (GAPDH), and the formation of disulfide bonds between molecules, leading to aggregates, and eventually to cell death. Inhibition of GAPDH enzymatic activity was due to the formation of a disulfide bond between Cys-149, Cys-152, and Cys-156, which forms a structural reorganization of GAPDH. In addition, Cys-152 specifically prevents oligomerization and aggregation of GAPDH by blocking the cysteine residue and counteracting its oxidative modifications. The present study aimed to investigate the chemical composition of methanolic solvent and the essential oil extracted from the aerial part of Endostemon viscosus by GC-MS, and to evaluate its antioxidant properties against Glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate dehydrogenase (GAPDH) aggregation through molecular docking. The volatile chemical compounds were analyzed by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS), and the metabolites prepared for molecular docking analysis against the GAPDH protein were done using Schrödinger software. According to the results of molecular docking, DFT analysis, ADME and MD simulation for the compounds, p-Methoxyheptanophenone (methanolic extract) and sclareol (essential oil extract) interacted with Cys-152 residues with a better glide score and obtained fine stability through MD studies. Overall, the study suggests that the GC-MS compounds from the methanolic solvent and oil from Endostemon viscosus exhibited prominent antioxidant properties against GAPDH. Graphical abstract Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s40203-023-00183-z.
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- Department of Botany, Nirmala College for Women, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu India
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- Bharathiar Cancer Theranostics Research Centre (BCTRC) RUSA 2.0, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu India
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Tan D, Wang J, Wang X, Qin L, Du Y, Zhao C, Liu P, Zhang Q, Ma F, Xie J, Wu D, He Y. New dammarane-type triterpenoids from hydrolyzate of total Gynostemma pentaphyllum saponins with protein tyrosine phosphatase 1B inhibitory activity. J Enzyme Inhib Med Chem 2023; 38:2281263. [PMID: 37965892 PMCID: PMC10653776 DOI: 10.1080/14756366.2023.2281263] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2023] [Accepted: 11/05/2023] [Indexed: 11/16/2023] Open
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Protein tyrosine phosphatase 1B (PTP1B) is a key factor and regulator of glucose, lipid metabolism throughout the body, and a promising target for treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Gynostemma pentaphyllum is a famous oriental traditional medicinal herbal plant and functional food, which has shown many beneficial effects on glucose and lipid metabolism. The aim of the present study is to assess the inhibitory activity of five new and four known dammarane triterpenoids isolated from the hydrolysate product of total G. pentaphyllum saponins. The bioassay data showed that all the compounds exhibited significant inhibitory activity against PTP1B. The structure-activity relationship showed that the strength of PTP1B inhibitory activity was mainly related to the electron-donating group on its side chain. Molecular docking analysis suggested that its mechanism may be due to the formation of competitive hydrogen bonding between the electron-donating moiety and the Asp48 amino acid residues on the PTP1B protein.
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- Daopeng Tan
- Guizhou Engineering Research Center of Industrial Key-technology for Dendrobium Nobile, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
- Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of Education, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Guizhou Engineering Research Center of Industrial Key-technology for Dendrobium Nobile, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Guizhou Engineering Research Center of Industrial Key-technology for Dendrobium Nobile, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Guizhou Engineering Research Center of Industrial Key-technology for Dendrobium Nobile, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
- Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of Education, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Guizhou Engineering Research Center of Industrial Key-technology for Dendrobium Nobile, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
- Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of Education, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Guizhou Engineering Research Center of Industrial Key-technology for Dendrobium Nobile, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Guizhou Engineering Research Center of Industrial Key-technology for Dendrobium Nobile, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Guizhou Engineering Research Center of Industrial Key-technology for Dendrobium Nobile, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
- Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of Education, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Guizhou Engineering Research Center of Industrial Key-technology for Dendrobium Nobile, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
- Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of Education, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Guizhou Engineering Research Center of Industrial Key-technology for Dendrobium Nobile, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
- Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of Education, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Guizhou Engineering Research Center of Industrial Key-technology for Dendrobium Nobile, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
- Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of Education, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Guizhou Engineering Research Center of Industrial Key-technology for Dendrobium Nobile, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
- Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of Education, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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Sunarwidhi AL, Rahmaniar W, Prasedya ES, Padmi H, Widyastuti S, Pangestu KWJ, Ilhami BTK, Handayani E, Utami NWP, Maulana FA, Ichfa MSM, Hernawan A. In Vitro Anti-Oxidant, In Vivo Anti-Hyperglycemic, and Untargeted Metabolomics-Aided-In Silico Screening of Macroalgae Lipophilic Extracts for Anti-Diabetes Mellitus and Anti-COVID-19 Potential Metabolites. Metabolites 2023; 13:1177. [PMID: 38132859 PMCID: PMC10745437 DOI: 10.3390/metabo13121177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2023] [Revised: 11/23/2023] [Accepted: 11/25/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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COVID-19 patients with comorbid DM face more severe outcomes, indicating that hyperglycemic conditions exacerbate SARS-CoV-2 infection. Negative side effects from existing hyperglycemia treatments have urged the need for safer compounds. Therefore, sourcing potential compounds from marine resources becomes a new potential approach. Algal lipids are known to possess beneficial activities for human health. However, due to limitations in analyzing large amounts of potential anti-hyperglycemic and anti-COVID-19-related marine metabolites, there is an increasing need for new approaches to reduce risks and costs. Therefore, the main aim of this study was to identify potential compounds in macroalgae Sargassum cristaefolium, Tricleocarpa cylindrica, and Ulva lactuca lipophilic extracts for treating DM and COVID-19 by an integrated approach utilizing in vitro anti-oxidant, in vivo anti-hyperglycemic, and metabolomic-integrated in silico approaches. Among them, S. cristaefolium and T. cylindrica showed potential anti-hyperglycemic activity, with S. cristaefolium showing the highest anti-oxidant activity. A GC-MS-based untargeted metabolomic analysis was used to profile the lipophilic compounds in the extracts followed by an in silico molecular docking analysis to examine the binding affinity of the compounds to anti-DM and anti-COVID-19 targets, e.g., α-amylase, α-glucosidase, ACE2, and TMPRSS2. Notably, this study reveals for the first time that steroid-derived compounds in the macroalgae T. cylindrica had higher binding activity than known ligands for all the targets mentioned. Studies on drug likeliness indicate that these compounds possess favorable drug properties. These findings suggest the potential for these compounds to be further developed to treat COVID-19 patients with comorbid DM. The information in this study would be a basis for further in vitro and in vivo analysis. It would also be useful for the development of these candidate compounds into drug formulations.
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- Anggit Listyacahyani Sunarwidhi
- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Mataram, Mataram 83115, Indonesia
- Bioscience and Biotechnology Research Centre, University of Mataram, Mataram 83115, Indonesia
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- Institute of Innovative Research, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Yokohama 226-8503, Japan
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- Bioscience and Biotechnology Research Centre, University of Mataram, Mataram 83115, Indonesia
- Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Mataram, Mataram 83115, Indonesia
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- Bioscience and Biotechnology Research Centre, University of Mataram, Mataram 83115, Indonesia
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- Faculty of Food Technology and Agroindustry, University of Mataram, Mataram 83115, Indonesia
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- Bioscience and Biotechnology Research Centre, University of Mataram, Mataram 83115, Indonesia
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Mataram, Mataram 83115, Indonesia
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Mataram, Mataram 83115, Indonesia
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Mataram, Mataram 83115, Indonesia
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- Department of Informatics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Mataram, Mataram 83115, Indonesia
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Gebreyohannes G, Sbhatu DB. Wild Mushrooms: A Hidden Treasure of Novel Bioactive Compounds. Int J Anal Chem 2023; 2023:6694961. [PMID: 37781342 PMCID: PMC10541307 DOI: 10.1155/2023/6694961] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2023] [Revised: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 10/03/2023] Open
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Secondary metabolites are hidden gems in mushrooms. Understanding these secondary metabolites' biological and pharmacological effects can be aided by identifying them. The purpose of this work was to profile the mycochemical components of the extracts of Auricularia auricula judae, Microporus xanthopus, Termitomyces umkowaani, Trametes elegans, and Trametes versicolor to comprehend their biological and pharmacological capabilities. Mushroom samples were collected from Kenya's Arabuko-Sokoke and Kakamega National Reserved Forests and identified using morphological and molecular techniques. Chloroform, 70% ethanol, and hot water solvents were used to extract the mycochemical components. Gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GC-MS) was used to analyze the chloroform, 70% ethanol, and hot water extracts of all the species examined. A total of 51 compounds were isolated from all extracts and classified as carboxylic acids, esters, phenols, fatty acids, alcohol, epoxides, aldehydes, fatty aldehydes, isoprenoid lipids, and steroids. Tetracosamethyl-cyclododecasiloxane (18.90%), oleic acid (72.90%), phenol, 2, 6-bis (1, 1-dimethylethyl)-4-methyl-, and methylcarbamate (26.56%) were all found in high concentrations in A. auricular judae, M. xanthopus, T. umkowaani, T. elegans, and T. versicolor, respectively. Fatty acids make up the majority of the compounds isolated from the T. elegans chloroform extract and the T. umkowaani 70% ethanol extract, respectively. Particularly, these fatty acids play crucial roles in the anti-inflammatory, hypocholesterolemic, anticancer, and antibiofilm formation activities. These bioactive elements indicate that the extracts of five wild mushrooms may be reliable sources of secondary metabolites for therapeutic development. Therefore, additional research is required to comprehend the usefulness of these chemicals in many functional areas and to improve the present understanding of macrofungi.
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- Gebreselema Gebreyohannes
- Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Mekelle Institute of Technology, Mekelle University, Mekele, Ethiopia
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- Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Mekelle Institute of Technology, Mekelle University, Mekele, Ethiopia
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Alminderej F, Ghannay S, Omer Elsamani M, Alhawday F, Albadri AEAE, Elbehairi SEI, Alfaifi MY, Kadri A, Aouadi K. In Vitro and In Silico Evaluation of Antiproliferative Activity of New Isoxazolidine Derivatives Targeting EGFR: Design, Synthesis, Cell Cycle Analysis, and Apoptotic Inducers. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2023; 16:1025. [PMID: 37513936 PMCID: PMC10384175 DOI: 10.3390/ph16071025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2023] [Revised: 07/11/2023] [Accepted: 07/16/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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A series of novel enantiopure isoxazolidine derivatives were synthesized and evaluated for their anticancer activities against three human cancer cell lines such as human breast carcinoma (MCF-7), human lung adenocarcinoma (A-549), and human ovarian carcinoma (SKOV3) by employing MTT assay. The synthesized compounds were characterized by NMR and elemental analysis. Results revealed that all the synthesized compounds displayed significant inhibition towards the tested cell lines. Among them, 2g and 2f, which differ only by the presence of an ester group at the C-3 position and small EDG (methyl) at the C-5 position of the phenyl ring (2g), were the most active derivatives in attenuating the growth of the three cells in a dose-dependent manner. The IC50 for 2g were 17.7 ± 1 µM (MCF-7), 12.1 ± 1.1 µM (A-549), and 13.9 ± 0.7 µM (SKOV3), and for 2f were 9.7 ± 1.3µM (MCF-7), 9.7 ± 0.7µM (A-549), and 6.5 ± 0.9µM (SKOV3), respectively, which were comparable to the standard drug, doxorubicin. The enzymatic inhibition of 2f and 2g against EGFR afforded good inhibitory activity with IC50 of 0.298 ± 0.007 μM and 0.484 ± 0.01 µM, respectively, close to the positive control, Afatinib. Compound 2f arrested the cell cycle in the S phase in MCF-7 and SKOV3 cells, and in the G2/M phase in the A549 cell; however, 2g induced G0/G1 phase cell cycle arrest, and inhibited the progression of the three cancer cells, together with significant apoptotic effects. The docking study of compounds 2f and 2g into EGFR ATP-active site revealed that it fits nicely with good binding affinity. The pharmacokinetic and drug-likeness scores revealed notable lead-like properties. At 100 ns, the dynamic simulation investigation revealed high conformational stability in the EGFR binding cavity.
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- Fahad Alminderej
- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Qassim University, Buraidah 51452, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Qassim University, Buraidah 51452, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Arts of Baljurashi, Al-Baha University, P.O. Box 1988, Albaha 65527, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Sciences, Omdurman Islamic University, Omdurman P.O. Box 382, Sudan
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Qassim University, Buraidah 51452, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Qassim University, Buraidah 51452, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, King Khalid University, Abha 9004, Saudi Arabia
- Cell Culture Laboratory, Egyptian Organization for Biological Products and Vaccines, VACSERA Holding Company, Giza 2311, Egypt
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, King Khalid University, Abha 9004, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Arts of Baljurashi, Al-Baha University, P.O. Box 1988, Albaha 65527, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science of Sfax, University of Sfax, B.P. 1171, Sfax 3000, Tunisia
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Qassim University, Buraidah 51452, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science of Sfax, University of Sfax, B.P. 1171, Sfax 3000, Tunisia
- Department of Chemistry, Laboratory of Heterocyclic Chemistry Natural Product and Reactivity/CHPNR, Faculty of Science of Monastir, University of Monastir, Avenue of the Environment, Monastir 5019, Tunisia
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Chemical Profiling and Evaluation of Toxicological, Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-nociceptive and Tyrosinase Inhibitory Potential of Portulacaria afra using in-vitro, In-vivo and In-silico studies. ARAB J CHEM 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.arabjc.2023.104784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/09/2023] Open
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Large-Scale In Vitro Multiplication and Phytochemical Analysis of Himantoglossum affine (Boiss.) Schltr.: An Endangered Euro-Mediterranean Terrestrial Orchid. DIVERSITY 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/d14121137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Himantoglossum affine is a threatened terrestrial orchid. We aimed to optimize asymbiotic seed germination and direct embryogenesis and to analyze the phytochemical profile and physico-biochemical analysis of leaf and tuber. The individual use of organic nitrogen compounds resulted in higher germination efficiencies, while the shortest times to germination were observed using coconut water plus casein hydrolysate. Plantlets grown on media supplemented with pineapple juice and peptone had the highest plantlet length and weight. For embryogenesis, the highest regeneration rate (44%) and embryo number/explant (10.12 ± 2.08) were observed in young protocorm-like body (PLB) explants with 0.5 mg/L naphthalene acetic acid (NAA) and 1 mg/L thidiazuron (TDZ). During the acclimatization process, the scattered vascular tubes converted to fully developed vascular tissues, ensuring maximum sap flux. Gas chromatography–mass spectrometry analysis identified 1,2,3-propanetriol, monoacetate, 4H-pyran-4-one, 2,3-dihydro-3,5-dihydroxy-6-methyl, and 2-butenedioic acid, 2-methyl-, (E)- as the most prevalent compounds. We reported higher contents of total phenolics and flavonoids and antioxidant activity compared to other terrestrial orchids. The glucomannan content (36.96%) was also higher than starch content (31.31%), comparable to those reported in other tuberous orchids. Based on the fragmentation of H. affine populations in the Middle East and Euro-Mediterranean countries due to over-harvesting, climate change, and/or human impact, our procedure offers a tool for the re-introduction of in vitro-raised plants to threatened areas.
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Bhat SS, Mahapatra SD, R S, Sommano SR, Prasad SK. Virtual Screening and Quantitative Structure-Activity Relationship of Moringa oleifera with Melanoma Antigen A (MAGE-A) Genes against the Therapeutics of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancers (NSCLCs). Cancers (Basel) 2022; 14:5052. [PMID: 36291836 PMCID: PMC9600242 DOI: 10.3390/cancers14205052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2022] [Revised: 10/09/2022] [Accepted: 10/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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In the last decade, there have been significant advancements in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer, including remarkable gains in detection, diagnosis, and therapy. The emergence of molecular targeted therapies, immunotherapeutic inhibitors, and antiangiogenesis medicines has largely fueled improvements in combination therapy and systemic treatments, all of which have dramatically ameliorated patient outcomes. The Moringa oleifera bioactive compounds have been effective in the suppression of cancers, making them the therapeutic agents of choice for the current investigation to treat MAGE-A presented in NSCLC. The ligand entrants were screened for their pharmacological properties, and 2,2-diphenyl-1,3-benzodioxole was stipulated as the lead candidate. 2,2-Diphenyl-1,3-benzodioxole exhibited better pharmacological properties and superior binding with branched-chain amino acids, making it an ideal candidate to address MAGE-A. The study concluded that addressing MAGE-A to impede their activity and antigenicity can be exploited as immunotarget(s).
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- Smitha S. Bhat
- Department of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru 570 015, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru 570 015, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Microbiology, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru 570 015, Karnataka, India
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- Plant Bioactive Compound Laboratory, Faculty of Agriculture, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
- Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Department of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru 570 015, Karnataka, India
- Plant Bioactive Compound Laboratory, Faculty of Agriculture, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
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The Role of Myrrh Metabolites in Cancer, Inflammation, and Wound Healing: Prospects for a Multi-Targeted Drug Therapy. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2022; 15:ph15080944. [PMID: 36015092 PMCID: PMC9416713 DOI: 10.3390/ph15080944] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2022] [Revised: 06/27/2022] [Accepted: 07/02/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Background: Myrrh extract is a well-known medicinal plant with significant therapeutic benefits attributed to the activity of its diverse metabolites. It has promising activity against cancer and inflammatory diseases, and could serve as a potential therapeutic alternative since most therapeutic agents have severe side effects that impair quality of life. Method: The current study identified the active metabolites from the myrrh resin methanolic extract. Then, the extracts were tested for in vitro anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer activity using cancer cell lines and Tamm-Horsfall Protein 1 (Thp-1)-like macrophage cell lines. Furthermore, using an in vivo rat model, the extracts’ anti-inflammatory and wound-healing activity was investigated. In addition, in silico predictions of the myrrh constituents highlighted the pharmacokinetic properties, molecular targets, and safety profile, including cytochrome P 450 (CYP) inhibition and organ toxicity. Results: Nine secondary metabolites were identified, and computational predictions suggested a good absorption profile, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing effects. The myrrh extract had moderate cytotoxic activity against both HL60 and K562 leukemia cell lines and the KAIMRC1 breast cancer cell line. Myrrh caused a dose-dependent effect on macrophages to increase the reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels, promote their polarization to classically activated macrophages (M1) and alternatively activated macrophages (M2) phenotypes, and consequently induce apoptosis, highlighting its ability to modulate macrophage function, which could potentially aid in several desired therapeutic processes, including the resolution of inflammation, and autophagy which is an important aspect to consider in cancer treatment. The topical application of myrrh improved wound healing, with no delayed inflammatory response, and promoted complete re-epithelization of the skin, similar to the positive control. In conclusion, we provide evidence for the methanolic extract of myrrh having cytotoxic activity against cancer cells and anti-inflammatory wound-healing properties, which may be attributed to its role in modulating macrophage function. Furthermore, we suggest the active constituents responsible for these properties, which warrants further studies focusing on the precise roles of the active metabolites.
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Zafarghandi SS, Panahi HA, Nezhati MN. Preparation of pH‐Sensitive Molecularly Imprinted Polymer via Dual‐Monomer for Selective Solid‐Phase Extraction of Ribavirin from Human Urine and Pharmaceutical Samples. ChemistrySelect 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/slct.202104038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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- Department of Chemistry Central Tehran Branch Islamic Azad University Tehran Iran
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Mazumder K, Biswas B, Al Mamun A, Billah H, Abid A, Sarkar KK, Saha B, Azom S, Kerr PG. Investigations of AGEs' inhibitory and nephroprotective potential of ursolic acid towards reduction of diabetic complications. J Nat Med 2022; 76:490-503. [PMID: 35032247 DOI: 10.1007/s11418-021-01602-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2021] [Accepted: 12/27/2021] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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In diabetes, interactions between AGEs (advanced glycation end products) and RAGEs (receptors of AGEs) are responsible for chronic complications and the current work reports the potential of ursolic acid as a RAGE inhibitor. The three-dimensional crystal structure of RAGE was first docked with target molecules by 'AutodockVina' using GROMOS 96 4381 parameters. Druggability and pharmacokinetic properties were calculated from the SwissADME server. In vitro bovine serum albumin (BSA)-glucose fluorescence and BSA-methylglyoxal fluorescence assays were also performed. Finally, alloxan-induced diabetic mice were administered ursolic acid and metformin standards (at 1, 50, 100 mg/kg) for 50 days. Blood glucose levels, several blood parameters, blood lipid profiles, supernatants of homogenized kidney and plasma of mice were examined. In the computational study, ursolic acid showed greater binding affinity (-7.5 kcal/mol) for RAGE with an ADMET profiles and lead-likeness compared to metformin as a standard antidiabetic. In the in vitro fluorescence assays, the IC50 value for ursolic acid was much less than that of metformin standard. During the in vivo study, significant reduction in the levels of blood glucose, HbA1C (glycated hemoglobin), creatinine, uric acid, BUN (blood urea nitrogen), AST (aspartate aminotransferase), ALT (alanine aminotransferase), ALP (alkaline phosphatase) were observed in the ursolic acid and metformin-treated mice. Substantial inhibition of AGEs' formation in the plasma and kidney were also detected. Finally, the histopathological examinations of the kidney revealed reversal of cellular necrosis. Hence, ursolic acid is proved to be a potent AGE inhibitory agent in managing the diabetic complications.
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- Kishor Mazumder
- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Biological Science and Technology, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, 7408, Bangladesh.
- School of Dentistry and BioMedical Sciences, Charles Sturt University, Booroma St, Wagga Wagga, NSW, Australia.
- School of Optometry and Vision Science, UNSW Medicine University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Biological Science and Technology, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, 7408, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Biological Science and Technology, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, 7408, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Biological Science and Technology, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, 7408, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Biological Science and Technology, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, 7408, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Biological Science and Technology, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, 7408, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Biological Science and Technology, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, 7408, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Biological Science and Technology, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, 7408, Bangladesh
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- School of Dentistry and BioMedical Sciences, Charles Sturt University, Booroma St, Wagga Wagga, NSW, Australia
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Oh KK, Adnan M, Cho DH. Network Pharmacology-Based Study to Uncover Potential Pharmacological Mechanisms of Korean Thistle ( Cirsium japonicum var. maackii (Maxim.) Matsum.) Flower against Cancer. Molecules 2021; 26:5904. [PMID: 34641448 PMCID: PMC8513069 DOI: 10.3390/molecules26195904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2021] [Revised: 09/26/2021] [Accepted: 09/27/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Cirsium japonicum var. maackii (Maxim.) Matsum. or Korean thistle flower is a herbal plant used to treat tumors in Korean folk remedies, but its essential bioactives and pharmacological mechanisms against cancer have remained unexplored. This study identified the main compounds(s) and mechanism(s) of the C. maackii flower against cancer via network pharmacology. The bioactives from the C. maackii flower were revealed by gas chromatography-mass spectrum (GC-MS), and SwissADME evaluated their physicochemical properties. Next, target(s) associated with the obtained bioactives or cancer-related targets were retrieved by public databases, and the Venn diagram selected the overlapping targets. The networks between overlapping targets and bioactives were visualized, constructed, and analyzed by RPackage. Finally, we implemented a molecular docking test (MDT) to explore key target(s) and compound(s) on AutoDockVina and LigPlot+. GC-MS detected a total of 34 bioactives and all were accepted by Lipinski's rules and therefore classified as drug-like compounds (DLCs). A total of 597 bioactive-related targets and 4245 cancer-related targets were identified from public databases. The final 51 overlapping targets were selected between the bioactive targets network and cancer-related targets. With Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway enrichment, a total of 20 signaling pathways were manifested, and a hub signaling pathway (PI3K-Akt signaling pathway), a key target (Akt1), and a key compound (Urs-12-en-24-oic acid, 3-oxo, methyl ester) were selected among the 20 signaling pathways via MDT. Overall, Urs-12-en-24-oic acid, 3-oxo, methyl ester from the C. maackii flower has potent anti-cancer efficacy by inactivating Akt1 on the PI3K-Akt signaling pathway.
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- Department of Bio-Health Convergence, College of Biomedical Science, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 24341, Korea; (K.-K.O.); (M.A.)
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