Apoptotic and Molecular Mechanisms of Carthamidin in Breast Cancer Therapy: An Integrated In Vitro and In Silico Study.

The current study examines the anticancer properties of the chemical carthamidin in breast cancer through in-vitro and in silico analysis. This study's results demonstrated that carthamidin strongly inhibited the proliferation of MCF 7 cells in vitro, as evidenced by an IC50 value of 128.65 µg/mL at 24 h, determined using the MTT test.

Carbon nanoparticles fabricated microfilm: A potent filter for microplastics debased water.

Microplastics were found to be the major pollutant across the globe. Plastic microbeads, like 0.5 mm, are very small and mainly used for exfoliation.

Identification of oxazolo[4,5-g]quinazolin-2(1H)-one Derivatives as EGFR Inhibitors for Cancer Prevention.

Objective: Abnormal expression of EGFR (epidermal growth factor receptor) results in different types of human tumors. Quinazoline-containing derivative signify an attractive platform for EGFR inhibitors. The present study aims to discover the potential binders of a group of compounds belonging to oxazolo[4,5-g]quinazoline-2(1H)-one derivative as EGFR inhibitors.

Role of heavy metals (copper (Cu), arsenic (As), cadmium (Cd), iron (Fe) and lithium (Li)) induced neurotoxicity.

Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative condition characterized by the dopamine (DA) neuronal loss in the substantia nigra. PD impairs motor controls symptoms such as tremor, rigidity, bradykinesia and postural imbalance gradually along with non-motor problems such as olfactory dysfunction, constipation, sleeping disorder. Though surplus of factors and mechanisms have been recognized, the precise PD etiopathogenesis is not yet implied.

Acute and sub acute toxicity study on Sangu parpam.

Peptic ulcer is described in the siddha system of medicinal classification of 4448 diseases. Information on the use of Sangu Parpam in treating peptic ulcer is known. Therefore, it is of interest to document the acute and sub acute toxicity analysis on Sangu parpam in this regard.

Inhibitory Effects of Cathepsin K Inhibitor (ODN-MK-0822) on the Paracrine Pro-Osteoclast Factors of Breast Cancer Cells.

Background: Breast cancer (BC) produces bone resorptive cytokines and growth factors that accelerate the development of osteoclasts (OCs), leading to osteolytic bone metastases. In the Long-term Odanacatib Fracture Trial (LOFT), the skeletal-metastasized breast cancer subjects who received odanacatib (ODN) had a delayed tumour progression and skeletal tumour burden as a result of anti-resorptive effects through inhibition of cathepsin K (CTSK). In this study, we explored the effect of ODN, a CTSK inhibitor, on the paracrine pro-osteoclast activity of breast cancer cells.

A short review on pharmacological activity of Cissus quadrangularis.

Cissus quadrangularis L. is a succulent plant of family Vitaceae usually found in tropical and subtropical xeric wood. It is a beefy desert plant like liana generally utilized as typical nourishment in India.

Inhibitory studies of HepG2 and human immune cells using Solanum nigrum.

It is of interest to document the inhibitory studies of HepG2 and human immune cells using Solanum nigrum. We have assessed the effect of ethanolic extract from Solanum nigrum for antiproliferative on HepG2 and on human PBMC. Treatment with Solanum nigrum separates the cells that are estimated by 3-[4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl]-2,5-diphenyl tetrazolium bromide measure.

A short note on HBV infection.

HBV-related liver sickness or hepatocellular carcinoma is common worldwide. Therefore, it is of interest to document the current trends in hepatitis prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care.

Molecular docking of C-Jun-N-Terminal Kinase (Jnk) with amino-pyrimidine derivatives.

It is of interest to document the molecular docking of C-Jun-N-Terminal Kinase (Jnk) (known structure with PDB ID: 1PMN) with amino-pyrimidine derivatives in the context of Alzheimer's Disease (AD). We report the optimal binding features (binding energy, interacting residues, inter atomic hydrogen bonding patterns) of 11 amino-pyrimidine derivatives with Jnk for further consideration.

Comparative analyses of PAP smear data in pre and postmenopause Indian women.

PAP smear is one of the best screening tools available for early detection of cervical cancer. Hence, we conducted a retrospective study at the Department of Pathology, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital over a period of one year by collecting PAP smear data. A total of 978 smears were collected out of which 59% were premenopausal and 41% were post menopausal women.

COVID-19: A promising cure for the global panic.

The novel Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is caused by SARS-CoV-2, which is the causative agent of a potentially fatal disease that is of great global public health concern. The outbreak of COVID-19 is wreaking havoc worldwide due to inadequate risk assessment regarding the urgency of the situation. The COVID-19 pandemic has entered a dangerous new phase.

Molecular docking analysis of a secondary metabolite with the glycoprotein receptors of HSV 1 and HSV 2.

Herpes simplex viruses (HSV) are alpha herpes viruses, which causes life-threatening illness. Therefore, it is of interest to design and develop potential drugs to treat HSV infections. We show the optimal molecular docking properties of a secondary metabolite (3, 7, 11, 15 tetra methyl-2-2-hexadecen-'1-ol) with the glycoprotein receptors of HSV1 and HSV 2 for further consideration.

Understanding the Role of the Transcription Factor Sp1 in Ovarian Cancer: from Theory to Practice.

Ovarian cancer (OC) is one of the deadliest cancers among women contributing to high risk of mortality, mainly owing to delayed detection. There is no specific biomarker for its detection in early stages. However, recent findings show that over-expression of specificity protein 1 (Sp1) is involved in many OC cases.

Molecular modelling and docking analysis of pleurocidin (an antimicrobial peptide) like peptides with enterotoxin H from Klebsilla pneumonia.

Enterotoxin H is a key molecular target for replication and establishment of Klebsilla pneumonia in the host. Therefore, it is of interest to study the interaction of enterotoxin H with pleurocidin like peptides using molecular modelling (template PDB ID: 1YCE), Lig-Plot (ligand construction) and docking tools for therapeutic consideration. The hydrophobic pocket and the active site residues (Val 13, Met 16, Gly 25, Ala 25, and Ile 28) were identified using Cast P, Molegro and Sitehound tools.

Molecular docking based virtual screening of carbonic anhydrase IX with coumarin (a cinnamon compound) derived ligands.

It is of interest to design carbonic anhydrase IX (CAIX) inhibitors with improved features using molecular docking based virtual high through put screening of ligands. Coumarin (a cinnamon compound with pharmacological activity) is known as a potent phytal compound blocking tumor growth. Hence, a series of 17 coumarin derivatives were designed using the CHEMSKETCH software for docking analysis with CAIX.

Molecular docking analysis of zanamavir with haem agglutinin neuraminidase of human para influenza virus type 3.

The human para influenza virus (HPIV) type 3 is an imperative respiratory virus which cause upper and lower respiratory infections. The receptor involved in the viral infection is haem agglutinin neuraminidase. It is of interest to study the interaction of haem agglutinin neuraminidase with zanamavir (4-GU-DANA), a known antiviral drug.

Insilico docking study of compounds elucidated from helicteres isora fruits with ampkinase- insulin receptor.

Insulin receptor (IR) proteins were essential intracellular signaling peptides in the insulin action cascade. Insulin receptor substrate proteins (IRS-1and IRS-2) serve and regulate the insulin level in the normal insulin action. The broad role of IRS-1 and IRS-2 in cell growth and survival reveals a common regulatory pathway linking development, somatic growth, fertility, neuronal proliferation, and aging to the core mechanisms used by vertebrates for nutrient sensing.