Aims: This study aimed to explore the potential of natural anticoagulant compounds as synergistic inhibitors of the main protease (Mpro) and papain-like protease (PLpro) of SARS-CoV-2 and find effective therapies against SARS-CoV-2 by investigating the inhibitory effects of natural anticoagulant compounds on key viral proteases.
Objective: The objectives of this study were to conduct rigorous virtual screening and molecular docking analyses to evaluate the binding affinities and interactions of selected anticoagulant compounds with Mpro and PLpro, to assess the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic profiles of the compounds to determine their viability for therapeutic use, and to employ molecular dynamics simulations to understand the stability of the identified compounds over time.
Methods: In this study, a curated collection of natural anticoagulant compounds was conducted.
Introduction: Aspergillus fumigatus, a significant fungal pathogen, poses a threat to human health, especially in immunocompromised individuals. Addressing the need for novel antifungal strategies, this study employs virtual screening to identify potential inhibitors of Fructosamine oxidase, also known as Amadoriase II, a crucial enzyme in A. fumigatus (PDB ID: 3DJE).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDiabetes mellitus (DM) manifests as a complex and chronic metabolic disorder, posing a significant threat to global public health and contributing substantially to mortality rates. It is characterized by elevated blood glucose levels or hyperglycemia and requires effective preventive and therapeutic strategies. One promising approach involves targeting the inhibition of α- glucosidase and α-amylase, key enzymes responsible for carbohydrate hydrolysis.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFand are recognized as significant fungal pathogens, responsible for various human infections. The rapid emergence of drug-resistant strains among these fungi requires the identification and development of innovative antifungal therapies. We undertook a comprehensive screening of 297 naturally occurring compounds to address this challenge.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe rising prevalence of diabetes necessitates the development of novel drugs, especially given the side effects associated with current medications like Acarbose and Voglibose. A series of 36 Hydrazinyl thiazole-linked indenoquinoxaline derivatives with notable activity against alpha-amylase were studied. To create a molecular model predicting alpha-amylase activity, a QSAR study was performed on these compounds.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLike other heavy metals, Cr (VI) is a powerful carcinogen and mutagen agent. Its toxic effects on plants are well considered. In order to elucidate its adverse effects, the present work aims to study the mitosis aberrations of Cr (VI) on the Vicia faba root-cells and its molecular docking analysis to understand the genotoxicity mechanisms.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe lack of treatments and vaccines effective against SARS-CoV-2 has forced us to explore natural compounds that could potentially inhibit this virus. Additionally, Morocco is renowned for its rich plant diversity and traditional medicinal uses, which inspires us to leverage our cultural heritage and the abundance of natural resources in our country for therapeutic purposes. In this study, an extensive investigation was conducted to gather a collection of phytoconstituents extracted from Moroccan plants, aiming to evaluate their ability to inhibit the proliferation of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFA mechanistic study was performed within the molecular electron density theory at the B3LYP/6-311G (d,p) computational level to explain the regioselectivity observed. An electron localization function analysis was also performed, and the results confirm the zwitterionic-type (zw-type) mechanism of the cycloaddition reactions between nitrile oxide and alkylated 4-chromene-2-carboxylate derivatives and shed more light on the obtained regioselectivity experimentally. studies on the pharmacokinetics, ADME and toxicity tests of the compounds were also performed, and it was projected that compounds , , and are pharmacokinetic and have favorable ADME profiles.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFOriginating in Wuhan, the COVID-19 pandemic wave has had a profound impact on the global healthcare system. In this study, we used a 2D QSAR technique, ADMET analysis, molecular docking, and dynamic simulations to sort and evaluate the performance of thirty-nine bioactive analogues of 9,10-dihydrophenanthrene. The primary goal of the study is to use computational approaches to create a greater variety of structural references for the creation of more potent SARS-CoV-2 3Clpro inhibitors.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFRecent studies have shown that Cr uses other element transporters such as phosphate transporters to enter cells. The aim of this work is to explore the interaction between dichromate and inorganic phosphate (Pi) in the plant of Vicia faba L. To study this interaction, we used three concentrations of Dipotassium hydrogen phosphate (KHPO) 10 mM (Pi10), 50 mM (Pi50) and 100 mM (Pi100) added alone or in combination with potassium dichromate (KCrO) Cr + Pi10, Cr + Pi50 and Cr + Pi100.
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