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163 articles for “Inhibitors”
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Vitamin D Mitigates Inflammation and Downregulates Importin α3 in Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
Abstract: Background: Pro-inflammatory cytokines, such as TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6, and IL-8, seem to play a crucial role in the progression of NAFLD as they activate the transcription factor NF-кB. The activated NF-кBp50/RelA subunits are translocated to the nucleus by Importin α3 and Importin α4. Numerous studies have indicated a negative association between NAFLD and vitamin D levels. Low vitamin D levels have been correlated with histological severity, necro-inflammation, and fibrosis in …
Published in International Journal of Cheminformatics · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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pH-Responsive Smart Polymer Nanocomposites for Anti-Corrosive Coatings
Abstract: Metallic corrosion under adverse marine and industrial conditions imposes gigantic financial burdens and risks worldwide. Conventional waterproofing waterborne epoxy has passive barrier protection, but is also inherently microporous, lacking intrinsic repair ability against mechanical damage and thus rapidly decays. This is a critical gap that this work tries to bridge by designing a new pH-responsive hybrid polymer nanocomposite by using polyethyleneimine-tannic acid-cerium functionalized boron nitrate nanosheets with chitosan-capped mesoporous silica …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 201–213 Read article
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Molecular Docking Analysis of Phytocompounds from Ficus hispida Aagainst Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Kinase Domain
Abstract: The Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) kinase domain plays a key role in cancer, as it promotes tumour growth and helps cancer cells survive, making it an important focus for developing treatments. Through comprehensive computational analysis, this study investigates the anticancer potential of phytocompounds from Ficus hispida, a medicinal plant renowned for its diverse bioactive compounds, as novel EGFR inhibitors. Molecular docking techniques using Py Rx software were employed to …
Published in International Journal of Cell Biology and Cellular Functions · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Molecular Docking Analysis of Phytocompounds from Ficus hispida Against Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Kinase Domain
Abstract: The Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) kinase domain plays a key role in cancer, as it promotes tumour growth and helps cancer cells survive, making it an important focus for developing treatments. Through comprehensive computational analysis, this study investigates the anticancer potential of phytocompounds from Ficus hispida, a medicinal plant renowned for its diverse bioactive compounds, as novel EGFR inhibitors. Molecular docking techniques using Py Rx software were employed to …
Published in International Journal of Cell Biology and Cellular Functions · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 48–62 Read article
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Acetaminophen: Current Understanding and Future Directions in Pharmacology
Abstract: In this review, acetaminophen is described as one of the most widely used analgesic and antipyretic medications worldwide due to its effectiveness and reduced gastrointestinal toxicity compared with traditional NSAIDs. Its precise mode of action is still unclear despite widespread therapeutic use. Acetaminophen has little peripheral anti-inflammatory effect and largely acts within the central nervous system, in contrast to NSAIDs, which mainly block peripheral cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes and lower inflammation. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 17, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Psoriasis: Latest Trends in Treatment, Diagnosis and Management in Medical Science
Abstract: Psoriasis is a common chronic inflammatory and autoimmune skin disease that primarily affects the skin. It affects about 2–4% of the world populations. It is clinically characterized by skin rashes, highly inflamed red scale itchy plaque. Abundant therapeutic agents are accessible for the treatment of psoriasis. Wide range of therapeutic mediators such as coal tar, topical corticosteroids, anthralin, retinoid, calcineurin inhibitors, methotrexate, cyclosporine are proven to be effective in treating …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology Read article
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In Silico Prediction of Multitarget Mechanism of Quinoline and Its Analogs on Phosphoinositide-3-Kinase Pathway Proteins
Abstract: Objective: Phosphoinositide 3-kinases (PI3Ks), the target of rapamycin (PI3K/Akt/mTOR, PAM), are a family of enzymes that play a role in the growth, proliferation, differentiation, motility, survival, and intracellular trafficking of cells, all of which are essential for healthy cellular function and are also connected to cancer. In this study, quinoline and its derivatives were employed to analyze its inhibition activity on the phosphoinositide-3-kinase pathway. Methods: In this work, eight phytocompounds …
Published in International Journal of Molecular Biotechnological Research · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 57–76 Read article
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Identification of Promising Lead Compounds from Capsicum annuum Targeting BACE-1 for Alzheimer’s Disease Therapy: A Molecular Docking Study
Abstract: Background: Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disorder affecting millions of people worldwide. Beta-secretase 1 (BACE-1) is an important therapeutic target for AD treatment. Capsicum annuum (CA) is a commonly consumed plant with potential neuroprotective properties. In this study, we aimed to identify potential lead compounds from CA that can target BACE-1 for AD therapy using molecular docking. Methods: A library of 15 compounds from CA was obtained from PubChem, …
Published in International Journal of Genetic Modifications and Recombinations · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 40–49 Read article
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Pharmacological Management of Parkinson’s Disease: Current Therapies and Emerging Treatments
Abstract: Objective: Parkinson's disease, behind Alzheimer's, is the second most common neurodegenerative ailment and a major cause of neurological morbidity worldwide. Clinical diagnosis is made, and current management is limited to symptomatic treatments, with levodopa remaining the cornerstone of pharmaceutical therapy. In certain patient groups, deep brain stimulation of specific basal ganglia targets can provide significant clinical relief. There are currently no proven disease-modifying medicines in clinical use that can halt …
Published in International Journal of Genetic Modifications and Recombinations · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 27–39 Read article
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Molecular Docking and Pharmacokinetic Profiling of the Phytocompounds of Jatropha curcas as Antagonist for Salmonella typhi
Abstract: Background: Typhoid is an infection caused by the Gram-negative bacterium, Salmonella enterica serovar typhi. The study assessed the potential use of Jatropha curcas as a typhoid fever therapy alternative to traditional medications. The ability to uncover novel drug indications for currently available medications using in silico methods has increased thanks to the wealth of pharmacological and biological knowledge that is available. Objective: In this study, we assessed the potential inhibitory …
Published in International Journal of Cell Biology and Cellular Functions · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 67–81 Read article
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Evaluation of Inhibition Effect of Nanohybrid Curcumin (Cur-ZnO) and Cur-free Against Some Types of Bacteria
Abstract: This study aimed to prepare an efficient nanohybrid food preservative by loading curcumin on zinc oxide. The prepared compound was characterized using microscopy and spectral methods. Fourier transform infrared spectrum of the nanohybrid curcumin showed a shift in the frequencies of some chemical groups towards high and low frequencies. X-ray diffraction (XRS) spectrum also revealed the emergence of new diffraction planes in the nanohybrid compound, Compared with the carrier spectrum …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 68–79 Read article
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A Molecular Docking Study: Targetting HIV-1 Integrase Protein Against Selected Phytocompounds from Calophyllum Lanigerum
Abstract: Objectives: The most common form of HIV that causes AIDS is HIV-1. The World Health Organization has estimated roughly 75 million plus HIV-1 infections till date and roughly 40 million deaths (as of 2021). Thus, this study was done to identify natural compounds from Calophyllum lanigerum, a medicinal plant largely endemic to South-East Asia, to inhibit the spread of this disease. It did so by using molecular docking methods, Lipinski …
Published in International Journal of Molecular Biotechnological Research · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 43–55 Read article
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Grid based docking study of some 2-(4-methylsulfonyl phenyl) pyrimidine derivatives (designed after QSAR studies) with Cyclooxygenase
Abstract: Molecular docking helps in studying drug/ligand or receptor/ protein interactions by identifying the suitable active sites in protein, obtaining the best geometry of ligand-receptor complex and calculating the energy of interaction for different ligands to design more effective ligands. In Grid based docking, after unique conformers of the ligand are generated, the receptor cavity of interest is chosen and a grid is generated around the cavity. Cavity points are found …
Published in International Journal of Antibiotics · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 23–41 Read article
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Molecular Docking studies of Benzodiazepine Derivatives With GABA(B) Receptor
Abstract: Benzodiazepines (BZDs) are pharmacologically significant compounds that act by binding to GABA A neurotransmitter receptors, subsequently augmenting GABA-induced chloride ion flux, consequently inducing neuronal hyperpolarization. Benzodiazepines are commonly used in the treatment of sleep disorders, anxiety, muscle spasms, seizure disorders, and some forms of depression. The primary inhibitory neurotransmitter, GABA, functions on two types of receptors: the ligand-gated GABA A/C receptors and the G protein-coupled GABA B receptors. These neurotransmitters …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Exploring the properties and extraction of neem leaves
Abstract: Neem (Azadirachta indica) is a versatile medicinal plant, for its diverse therapeutic properties. This abstract provides a comprehensive overview of recent research focusing on phytochemical analysis, biochemical characterization, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing of Neem extracts. Utilizing the different from of chemical used in it, phytochemical analysis identified a plethora of secondary metabolites within Neem, including alkaloids, flavonoids, terpenoids, steroids, saponin, tannins, quinone, and phenolic compounds, indicative of its complex chemical …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 32–39 Read article
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DMARDs, Biologic Agents and Novel Experimental Strategies in The Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Abstract: An inflammatory and autoimmune disease, rheumatoid arthritis (RA) causes severe pain and inflammation in affected areas of the body. According to the report, there is no known cure for RA. Therefore, reducing discomfort and halting future harm must be the goals of present therapy. For the purpose of prevention and to reduce disease activity in RA patients, significant success has been achieved with the continued development of disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs …
Published in Emerging Trends in Personalized Medicines · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 14–24 Read article
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Revisiting the Role of Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction in the Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Abstract: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a type of arthritis characterized by a chronic inflammatory disorder that primarily affects the lining of the synovial joints resulting in progressive disability in the movement of diarthrodial joints and arthralgia. It is a debilitating disease associated with premature death and socioeconomic burdens. Its pathogenesis is multifactorial with an individual course of progression where psychological stress is considered to be one of the risk factors associated …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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Fast Dissolving Oral Thin Films: A Review
Abstract: Fast-dissolving oral thin films (FDOFs) represent a significant advancement in drug delivery technology, offering advantages over traditional solid dosage forms, especially for patients with swallowing difficulties. FDOFs dissolve rapidly in the mouth, releasing the active ingredient without the need for water or chewing. They have picked up ubiquity due to their comfort, taste veiling capabilities, and progressed persistent compliance. Ideal drugs for FDOFs should possess characteristics such as solubility, stability, …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 24–31 Read article
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Unveiling Insights and Strategies for Cognitive Mental Acuity
Abstract: This comprehensive review focuses on the intricate facets of cognition, emphasizing its multifaceted nature rooted in thought, experience and sensory perception. The role of key brain regions, such as the prefrontal cortex, temporal lobes, parietal cortex, occipital cortex and cerebellum, is elucidated in shaping various mental functions. The pathophysiology of cognitive decline is examined, linking specific impairments to damage in distinct brain regions. The study delves into pharmacological and non-pharmacological …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Efficacy of Combination Therapy with Osimertinib and Afatinib in epidermal growth factor receptor-mutant non-small-cell lung cancer Patients
Abstract: Treatment options for patients with non-small-cell lung cancer who have epidermal growth factor receptor mutations are constrained by the emergence of resistance to epidermal growth factor receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitors. Osimertinib or afatinib alone, when tested in a laboratory model, led to the formation of drug-resistant clones harboring epidermal growth factor receptor secondary mutations. However, combining these drugs prevented the emergence of such mutations. In a Phase II clinical trial, …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 13–24 Read article