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11 articles for “Main protease”
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In Silico Identification of Small Molecules as Novel Coronavirus Protease Enzyme Inhibitors
Abstract: AbstractThe novel corona virus 2019 (COVID-19) is one of the global threats to the human civilization as it causes serious respiratory infection and multi-organ failure. Because of the absence of appropriate treatment protocol for 2019 novel corona virus, different methodologies are being tried in China, including drug repurposing. Recent discovery revealed the structure of novel corona virus main protease enzyme (Mpro) containing HIS41 and CYS145 amino acid residues present in …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Bioinformatics · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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The Role of Quercetin, Curcumin, Eugenol, and Andrographolide in COVID-19 Treatment: A Review of Their Mechanisms of Action and Clinical Efficacy
Abstract: The world has recently experienced the covid diseases. It became the global worry with no remedy initially. Later, different antiviral medications in the form of injections and nasal sprays began to be employed. Many studies have been conducted to determine the antiviral effects of phytochemical substances. The corona virus's spike protein interacts with the ACE2 receptors on the alveoli's surface to enter the cell. After that, the polyprotein is transformed …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 27–38 Read article
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Targeting Papain-Like Protease of Re-Emerging Coronaviruses
Abstract: Re-emerging Corona viruses (CoVs), including SARS-CoV (S-CoVs), and SARS-CoV-2 (S-CoV-2), continue to pose a global health threat due to their high mutation rates, zoonotic spillover potential, and capacity for immune evasion. The global pandemic of year 2019, caused by S-CoV-2, has highlighted the importance for robust antiviral strategies beyond vaccines and RNA polymerase or main protease inhibitors, which are susceptible to resistance. One promising therapeutic target is the S-CoV-2 papain-like …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 46–62 Read article
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A Review on Targeted Protein Degradation and Its Novel Therapeutic Approaches
Abstract: A new concept of drug development is drug-induced degradation of a target protein. Protein degradation is one of the cell's methods for permanently inactivating proteins. The Ubiquitin-Proteasome System (UPS) and autophagy are two main intracellular protein degradation pathways in eukaryotes. Autophagy has been shown to be induced by inhibiting proteasomal activities, suggesting a coordinated and complementary relationship between these two mechanisms. However, little is known about autophagy's function in UPS …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 12–23 Read article
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BIOCHEMICAL AND KINETICS STUDIES ON PROTEASE ENZYME ISOLATED FROM AYURVEDIC HERBS ALONG WITH THEIR APPLICATION STUDIES
Abstract: The objective of the present work was to conduct comprehensive biochemical and kinetic analysis of a protease enzyme extracted from two Ayurvedic herbs, namely Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus prostratus) and Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra). The primary focus was to characterize various biochemical aspects of the enzyme, encompassing substrate specificity, optimal pH and temperature conditions, stability, and activation energy. Furthermore, crucial kinetic parameters such as Michaelis-Menten constant (Km) and maximum reaction velocity (Vmax) were …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 21–37 Read article
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Cost effective method of protease production in solid state fermentation by using combined substrate corn cob and lentil husk
Abstract: AbstractAn alkalophilic Bacillus cereus strain was found to produce a thermal and pH tolerant extracellular alkaline protease which showed very good compatibility and stability with commercial laundry detergents. Considering important industrial application of B. cereus protease, its production was need to be enhanced. Different agro-industrial waste products viz. wheat bran, lentil husk, green gram husk and corn cob were used as substrates for the production of B. cereus protease by …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 10–16 Read article
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Application of Some Essential Bacterial Probiotics in Aquaculture: A Review
Abstract: Aquaculture plays an essential role in maintaining food security and sustainable lives for the world’s ever-growing population. Due to the expansion, intensification, and variety of aquaculture methods, aquatic animals confront significant challenges, including disease outbreaks, decreasing output, and risks to the sustainability of the sector. Poor soil conditions in aquaculture cause higher mortality, a higher prevalence of diseases, and lower yields of aquatic organisms. Overfeeding, dead animals, and feces from …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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In Silico Screening and Molecular Docking of Cynodon dactylon phytochemicals against COPD-Associated Proteins
Abstract: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or COPD is a pulmonary disease that obstructs airways and alveoli accompanied by respiratory issues like emphysema and bronchitis. This disease is caused mainly by inflammatory responses of the body to foreign particles that enter the respiratory path including tobacco smoke, air pollutants and irritants. The hallmark of COPD is excessive inflammation caused by imbalance in protease anti-protease activity. Proteases like elastase breakdown the ECM of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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A Review on Microbial Enzymes in the Food Industry: Current Innovations and Future Prospects
Abstract: Over the past few decades, microbial enzymes have become indispensable biocatalysts in food production, fundamentally revolutionizing how we approach manufacturing processes while simultaneously enhancing the quality of what we produce. Today, approximately 200 of the 4,000 known enzymes are deployed commercially with proteases, amylases, lipases, and lactases leading the charge in industrial food applications. This review brings together the latest innovations in how we use microbial enzymes for food processing, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 43–53 Read article
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Anti-Cancer Effect of Cordyceps Militaris
Abstract: Cordyceps militaris is a therapeutic fungus that has been used for traditional herbal remedies. It contains variety of bioactive elements, including cordycepin. Cordycepin (3’-deoxyadenosine), is the main compound and is believed to have anti-cancer potential. Treatment of various cancer cells with cordycepin effectively causes cell death and slows down the nature of the cancer. But yet, the underlying mechanism is not fully understood. Recent findings provide information about molecular signalling …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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The Predatory Bacteria, Bdellovibrio and Like Organisms (BALOs): An Emerging Savior for Human Welfare
Abstract: Bdellovibrio and like organisms (BALOs) are capable of killing other Gram negative pathogenic and non-pathogenic bacteria dwelling in a diverse environmental niches such as soil, freshwater and ocean. The predatory nature of BALOs can be a viable alternative to conventional use of antibiotics to treat ocular, periodontal, respiratory and fish pathogen infections since the incessant use develops resistance against them. Unique property such as potential to survive in ecologically hazardous …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 19–33 Read article