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171 articles for “drug discovery and development”
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A Review of Nanotechnology Application in Pharmaceutical and Health Care
Abstract: Nano drug and nano delivery systems are a fairly new but fleetly developing wisdom where accoutrements in the nanoscale range are employed to serve as means of individual tools or to deliver remedial agents to specific targeted spots in a controlled manner. Nanotechnology provides numerous advantages in treating chronic diseases by enabling precise, site-specific, and targeted drug delivery. Recently, there have been several remarkable applications of nanomedicine, including chemotherapeutic agents, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 07–17 Read article
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Modified Nucleosides “(ProTide)†as Potential Anti-HCV Therapeutics
Abstract: Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is among the most common causes of cirrhosis and chronic liver disease worldwide. As a result, many researchers are interested in designing and synthesis of a clinical treatment for HCV. Nucleoside monophosphates and monophosphonates play such an important role for treatments of incurable diseases such as hepatitis. For example, 2'-C-methyladenosine and 2'-C-methyl guanosine have shown activities against HCV in the replicon assay as well as against …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 32–39 Read article
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From Clinic Formulation to Development of Acebrophylline
Abstract: Acebrophylline, a commonly utilized bronchodilator with anti-inflammatory properties, has become a key therapeutic option for managing respiratory conditions like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and chronic bronchitis. This review explores the journey of Acebrophylline from its clinic formulation to its development and commercialization, focusing on the key aspects of formulation strategies, pharmacological properties, and regulatory considerations. The drug’s dual mechanism of action, which involves both bronchodilation and anti-inflammatory effects, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 35–48 Read article
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An Approach to Treat Corvid-19: An Opinion to Use Angiotensin Converting and 4-Dipeptidyl Peptidase Enzymes Inhibitors
Abstract: Abstract Coronavirus (CoV) attach the cell surface and enter the host cell via interaction with angiotensin converting enzyme receptor. Viral replication induces dysregulation of the autophagy process and interferes with the natural function of the lysosomes. Antimalarial drugs, including chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine through their lysosomotropic and autophagy inhibiting effects may be useful in the management of CoV infections. Among the people who at risk of developing CoV infections are hypertensive …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 8–12 Read article
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Exploring Glucagon-like peptide-1 as a Target Protein for Diabetes Mellitus Treatment: Molecular Docking and Pharmacokinetic Analysis of Phytocompounds from Momordica charantia
Abstract: Objective: This study aimed to use molecular docking techniques to explore the potential of GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) as a target protein for the treatment of diabetes mellitus, a chronic metabolic disease marked by elevated blood glucose levels. Given its crucial role in maintaining insulin secretion and glucose homeostasis, GLP-1 may serve as a future target for diabetes therapy. Method: The study employed a multi-phase method. Initially, protein extraction was carried …
Published in International Journal of Biochemistry and Biomolecule Research · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 8–20 Read article
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QSAR Studies of 3-(4-(3-(Substitutedphenyl) Acryloyl) Phenyl)-2-Substituted phenyl/Phenylthiazolidin-4-ones for Anticancer Activity
Abstract: Both, Chalcone and 4-thiazolidinone, are therapeutically significant organic moieties with anticancer activities. QSAR (Quantitative structure–activity relationship) studies of ten synthesized chalcone-thiazolidinone hybrids have been described for anticancer activity against three cancer cell lines: A-549 (Human lung adenocarcinoma), U-87 MG (Human glioblastoma cancer cells) and COLO-205 (Human colon cancer cells). The developed linear QSAR models have significant statistical quality showing good fitting ability and robustness. The Q2 and R2 values of …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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Melanogenic Inhibitory Effects of Sesamum indicum Phytocompounds Towards CDK 2, c-KIT, and BRAF.
Abstract: Objective: Melanoma is thought to be the fifth most frequent cancer in the US population, despite cancer being the most common cause of death in the globe. BRAF, CDK2, and c-KIT proteins are regarded as potential therapeutic agents since mutations in these proteins are the primary cause of melanoma. For the investigation of their pharmacological properties and therapeutic activities against the target proteins, Sesamum indicum L. and its phytocompounds were …
Published in International Journal of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 46–61 Read article
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A Review of Drug Design Techniques Assisted by Computers to Combat Diabetes
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus is a global health concern characterized by chronic hyperglycemia and associated complications. The creation of innovative medicines with enhanced efficacy and safety profiles continues to be a top focus, notwithstanding improvements in treatment. A useful method in drug development, computer-aided drug design (CADD) makes it easier to identify possible therapeutic candidates and optimise lead molecules. An extensive synopsis of CADD tactics used in the fight against diabetes is …
Published in Emerging Trends in Personalized Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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An innovative antibiotic "Abaucin": Instigated by Artificial Intelligence
Abstract: Nosocomial Gram-negative pathogen, Acinetobacter baumannii repeatedly demonstrates multidrug resistance. Discovering novel antibiotics against A. baumannii has proven thought-provoking through conventional screening tactics. Providentially, machine learning approaches allow for the speedy exploration of chemical space, snowballing the probability of determining new antibacterial molecules. In the following research era, a neural network is accomplished with growth reserve dataset and accomplished in silico predictions for structurally unconventional molecules with commotion in divergence to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 29–33 Read article
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Ecological, Economic, and Medical Roles of Fungi: Insights from Mycology in Addressing Global Challenges"
Abstract: The large and diverse kingdom of fungi is vital to ecosystems, industry, agriculture, and medicine. Due to its ecological and biotechnological value, mycology has grown in importance. Fungi are crucial to natural systems and human life, decomposing organic materials, developing mutualistic interactions with plants, and producing antibiotics and fermented products. Recent advancements in molecular biology and genomics have significantly enhanced our understanding of fungal diversity, physiology, and evolutionary processes. These …
Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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In Silico Drug Designing of Breast Cancer in Homo sapiens
Abstract: Breast cancer is a severe health concern in India, with the highest mortality rate among women. It is brought on by uncontrolled cell division and has the potential to spread to other body regions. As a transcription factor, interactions with estrogen receptor (ER) alpha are primarily responsible for malignant tumors through regulating the transcription of numerous genes. Because most of the medications now used to treat breast cancer have significant …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 12–27 Read article
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Silver Nanoparticle as Antiviral Agent and Its Uses
Abstract: Silver had been used by human thousands of years ago as various types of medicines (RasaratnaSamuccahay, Bhagbhatta). As the years passes more scientific uses of silver metals had been seen as the human civilization progresses.After the discovery of nano technology Silver is being used in a variety of ways .Nano particles exhibits less toxicity as compared to their ionic counterpart. Nowadays silver is used in various forms colloidal silver Nanoparticle …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 22, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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Bioenhancer to Boost Herbal Drug Efficacy
Abstract: Bioenhancers are natural substances that significantly improve the absorption, bioavailability, and therapeutic efficacy of drugs when co-administered, without showing notable pharmacological activity of their own. In herbal medicine, the concept of bioenhancement has received growing attention as many phytoconstituents exhibit low oral bioavailability due to poor solubility, limited permeability, and extensive first-pass metabolism. The traditional Ayurvedic system first introduced this concept through the discovery of Piperine, the active alkaloid from …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 01–13 Read article
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1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroquinoline: A Versatile Nucleus in the New Millennium
Abstract: Tetrahydroquinoline nucleus containing molecules are well known for their presence in natural products mainly in alkaloids, which constitute the active class of compounds possessing wide spectrum of biological activities. Tetrahydroquinoline skeleton is often used for the design of several synthetic compounds with diverse pharmacological properties. An immense wide range of pharmacological utility of such nucleus has inspired many synthetic and medicinal chemists to develop novel strategies for their synthesis, which …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–18 Read article
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Revolutionizing Anti-Allergy Medications: A Comprehensive Review of Target Discovery and Medicinal Chemistry
Abstract: Above the past few decades, the prevalence of allergy illnesses has been steadily rising, impacting 20–30% of the world's population. Multiple targets are involved in allergic reactions to infections of the skin, digestive tract, and respiratory system. Developing medications with a good curative efficacy and minimal side effects while utilizing novel multi-targets and processes in accordance with the clinical features of various allergic populations and allergens is the primary challenge …
Published in International Journal of Advance in Molecular Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 49–54 Read article
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Big Data in Chemistry: Problems and Answers
Abstract: The rapid growth of experimental and computational chemistry data, researchers now have access to vast datasets, presenting both significant opportunities and challenges. This paper explores the primary challenges associated with managing, processing, and utilizing big data in chemistry, including data heterogeneity, integration across various scales and systems, lack of standardized formats, and the need for advanced tools for data analysis. Additionally, the paper discusses the ethical concerns of data ownership, …
Published in International Journal of Cheminformatics · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Homology Modeling of tRNA-dependent Amidotransferase from Malaria Parasite
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-IN X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Malaria is one of the most prevalent diseases in the world. The causative agent of malaria is a protozoan named Plasmodium. Many drugs have been invented against malaria parasite but increasing resistant against existing drugs necessitates the discovery of many new drugs. Plasmodium parasite is the member of apicomplexan group which harbor a plastid, apicoplast. The machinery of apicoplast protein synthesis …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Advances in Lung Cancer Detection and Diagnosis: An Integrative Approach Using Computational Chemistry, Statistics, Bioinformatics, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning
Abstract: Lung cancer is still one of the most common and lethal cancers globally, accounting for more than a million deaths each year. Prompt detection is important, and imaging techniques like chest X-rays, MRIs, PETs, CTs, and molecular imaging have become important tools. But still, even though all these techniques do not provide an accurate classification of the lesion, they have led to the development of computer-based high-resolution image analysis. Computer …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Bioinformatics · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Zika Virus E-Protein In Silico Approach and Drug Repurposing
Abstract: The mosquito borne, one of the flavivirus family, called Zika virus is a positive, single stranded RNA. ZIKV infected humans are affected by neurological disorders, birth defects and other small pain, rash etc. To relieve from these disease, the target protein of ZIKV disease is to be determined. Here, the envelope protein is taken as a target to prevent Zika virus entry in to the cells. 3D structure of ZIKV …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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A Computational Study to Elucidate the Phytochemicals as An Antagonist Against Pruritis in Psoriasis
Abstract: Objective: Psoriasis is a chronic, non-contagious, auto-immune skin disorder that causes inflammation, pain, and itching in the affected areas. The etiology of this condition is not entirely understood, and while there are treatments available to manage the symptoms, there is currently no cure. The Transient receptor potential cation channel, subfamily Vanillin, member 3 (TRPV3), present in keratinocytes, allegedly had a part in the development of psoriasis-related pain and itching. Specifically, …
Published in International Journal of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 49–61 Read article