Publications by authors named "Mohd Sayeed Shaikh"

Introduction: DENV NS2B-NS3 protease inhibitors were designed based upon the reference molecule, 4-(1,3-dioxoisoindolin-2-yl)-N-(4-ethylphenyl) benzenesulfonamide, reported by our team with the aim to optimize lead compound via rational approach. Top five best scoring molecules with zinc ids ZINC23504872, ZINC48412318, ZINC00413269, ZINC13998032 and ZINC75249613 bearing 'pyrimidin-4(3H)-one' basic scaffold have been identified as a promising candidate against DENV protease enzyme.

Methods: The shape and electrostatic complementary between identified HITs and reference molecules were found to be Tanimotoshape 0.

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Article Synopsis
  • Chikungunya virus (CHIKV), transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, is a major global health concern, with complications exacerbated in vulnerable populations; the current vaccine (IXCHIQ) is inadequate for controlling the disease.
  • The article explores various vaccine candidates, including RNA vaccines, which show promise due to their quick development and safety, while highlighting the E1 and E2 proteins as key targets for immune response.
  • It also examines monoclonal antibodies and other innovative strategies for vaccine development, discussing both potential antiviral therapies and immune system mechanisms involved in the response to CHIKV.
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We created thiazole and oxazole analogues of diaminopimelic acid (DAP) by replacing its carboxyl groups and substituting sulphur for the central carbon atom. Toxicity, ADME, molecular docking, and in vitro antimicrobial studies of the synthesized compounds were carried out. These compounds displayed significant antibacterial efficacy, with MICs of 70-80 µg/mL against all tested bacteria.

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Cerebral malaria (CM) is a severe manifestation of parasite infection caused by species. In 2018, there were approximately 228 million malaria cases worldwide, resulting in about 405,000 deaths. Survivors of CM may live with lifelong post-CM consequences apart from an increased risk of childhood neurodisability.

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