Publications by authors named "Rafaela Correa Silva"

Trichomoniasis, a prevalent sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the protozoan Trichomonas vaginalis, has gained increased significance globally. Its relevance has grown in recent years due to its association with a heightened risk of acquiring and transmitting the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and other STIs. In addition, many publications have revealed a potential link between trichomoniasis and certain cancers.

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Chagas disease, a chronic and silent disease caused by , is currently a global public health problem. The treatment of this neglected disease relies on benznidazole and nifurtimox, two nitroheterocyclic drugs that show limited efficacy and severe side effects. The failure of potential drug candidates in Chagas disease clinical trials highlighted the urgent need to identify new effective chemical entities and more predictive tools to improve translational success in the drug development pipeline.

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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Rafaela Correa Silva"

  • - Rafaela Correa Silva's research primarily focuses on the development and evaluation of novel pharmaceutical compounds targeting protozoan infections, particularly those caused by Trichomonas vaginalis and Trypanosoma cruzi.
  • - A recent study introduced pyrazole-nitroimidazole hybrids, showcasing their synthesis and potential antiprotozoal activity, specifically against Trichomonas vaginalis, which is significant due to its implications in STIs and related health risks.
  • - Her work also emphasizes the importance of structural optimization and computational analysis in discovering effective treatments for Chagas disease, exploring the limitations of existing drugs and the necessity for innovative therapeutic approaches.