2491-37-4Relevant academic research and scientific papers
Structure-Activity Studies of Truncated Latrunculin Analogues with Antimalarial Activity
Varghese, Swapna,Rahmani, Rapha?l,Drew, Damien R.,Beeson, James G.,Baum, Jake,Smith, Brian J.,Baell, Jonathan B.
, p. 679 - 693 (2020/11/30)
Malarial parasites employ actin dynamics for motility, and any disruption to these dynamics renders the parasites unable to effectively establish infection. Therefore, actin presents a potential target for malarial drug discovery, and naturally occurring actin inhibitors such as latrunculins are a promising starting point. However, the limited availability of the natural product and the laborious route for synthesis of latrunculins have hindered their potential development as drug candidates. In this regard, we recently described novel truncated latrunculins, with superior actin binding potency and selectivity towards P. falciparum actin than the canonical latrunculin B. In this paper, we further explore the truncated latrunculin core to summarize the SAR for inhibition of malaria motility. This study helps further understand the binding pattern of these analogues in order to develop them as drug candidates for malaria.
Nucleus-independent chemical shift (NICS) as a criterion for the design of new antifungal benzofuranones
González-Chávez, Marco Martín,González-Chávez, Rodolfo,Méndez, Francisco,Martínez, Roberto,Ni?o-Moreno, Perla Del Carmen,Ojeda-Fuentes, Luis Enrique,Richaud, Arlette,Zerme?o-Macías, María de los ángeles
, (2021/08/30)
The assertion made by Wu et al. that aromaticity may have considerable implications for molecular design motivated us to use nucleus-independent chemical shifts (NICS) as an aromaticity criterion to evaluate the antifungal activity of two series of indol-4-ones. A linear regression analysis of NICS and antifungal activity showed that both tested variables were significantly related (p –1 for Candida glabrata, Candida krusei and Candida guilliermondii with compounds 15-32, 15-15 and 15-1. The MIC for filamentous fungi was 1.95 μg·mL–1 for Aspergillus niger for compounds 15-1, 15-33 and 15-34. The results obtained support the use of NICS in the molecular design of compounds with antifungal activity.
Pyridine-substituted thiazolylphenol derivatives: Synthesis, modeling studies, aromatase inhibition, and antiproliferative activity evaluation
Ertas, Merve,Sahin, Zafer,Berk, Barkin,Yurttas, Leyla,Biltekin, Sevde N.,Demirayak, Seref
, (2018/03/21)
Drugs used in breast cancer treatments target the suppression of estrogen biosynthesis. During this suppression, the main goal is to inhibit the aromatase enzyme that is responsible for the cyclization and structuring of estrogens either with steroid or non-steroidal-type inhibitors. Non-steroidal derivatives generally have a planar aromatic structure attached to the triazole ring system in their structures, which inhibits hydroxylation reactions during aromatization by coordinating the heme group. Bioisosteric replacement of the triazole ring system and development of aromatic/cyclic structures of the side chain can increase the selectivity for aromatase enzyme inhibition. In this study, pyridine-substituted thiazolylphenol derivatives, which are non-steroidal triazole bioisosteres, were synthesized using the Hantzsch method, and physical analysis and structural determination studies were performed. The IC50 values of the compounds were determined by a fluorescence-based aromatase inhibition assay. Then, their antiproliferative activities on the MCF7 and HEK 293 cell lines were evaluated with the 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (MTT) assay. Furthermore, the crystal structure of human placental aromatase was subjected to a series of docking experiments to identify the possible interactions between the most active structure and the active site. Lastly, an in silico technique was performed to analyze and predict the drug-likeness, molecular and ADME properties of the synthesized molecules.
Studies on non-steroidal inhibitors of aromatase enzyme; 4-(aryl/heteroaryl)-2-(pyrimidin-2-yl)thiazole derivatives
Sahin, Zafer,Ertas, Merve,Berk, Bark?n,Biltekin, Sevde Nur,Yurttas, Leyla,Demirayak, Seref
, p. 1986 - 1995 (2018/03/12)
Steroidal and non-steroidal aromatase inhibitors target the suppression of estrogen biosynthesis in the treatment of breast cancer. Researchers have increasingly focused on developing non-steroidal derivatives for their potential clinical use avoiding steroidal side-effects. Non-steroidal derivatives generally have planar aromatic structures attached to the azole ring system. One part of this ring system comprises functional groups that inhibit aromatization through the coordination of the haem group of the aromatase enzyme. Replacement of the triazole ring system and development of aromatic/cyclic structures of the side chain can increase selectivity over aromatase enzyme inhibition. In this study, 4-(aryl/heteroaryl)-2-(pyrimidin-2-yl)thiazole derivatives were synthesized and physical analyses and structural determination studies were performed. The IC50 values were determined by a fluorescence-based aromatase inhibition assay and compound 1 (4-(2-hydroxyphenyl)-2-(pyrimidine-2-yl)thiazole) were found potent inhibitor of enzyme (IC50:0.42 nM). Then, their antiproliferative activity over MCF-7 and HEK-293 cell lines was evaluated using a 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (MTT) assay. Compounds 1, 7, 8, 13, 15, 18, 21 were active against MCF-7 breast cancer cells. Lastly, a series of docking experiments were undertaken to analyze the crystal structure of human placental aromatase and identify the possible interactions between the most active structure and the active site.
Synthesis and biological evaluation of novel SIPI-7623 derivatives as farnesoid X receptor (FXR) antagonists
Nian, Si-Yun,Wang, Guo-Ping,Jiang, Zheng-Li,Xiao, Ying,Huang, Mo-Han,Zhou, Yi-Huan,Tan, Xiang-Duan
, p. 1 - 15 (2018/07/13)
Most of reported steroidal FXR antagonists are restricted due to low potency. We described the design and synthesis of novel nonsteroidal scaffold SIPI-7623 derivatives as FXR antagonists. The most potent compound A-11 (IC50 = 7.8 ± 1.1 μM) showed better activity compared to SIPI-7623 (IC50 = 40.8 ± 1.7 μM) and guggulsterone (IC50 = 45.9 ± 1.1 μM). Docking of A-11 in FXR’s ligand-binding domain was also studied.
Efficient synthesis of (R)-phenylephrine using a polymer-supported Corey-Bakshi-Shibata catalyst
Dai, Shuangxiong,Li, Guohua,Zhang, Wenbo,Zhang, Cuiyan,Song, Xiaoling,Huang, Di
, p. 740 - 743 (2017/05/16)
An efficient and mild synthetic route to (R)-phenylephrine hydrochloride using Corey-Bakshi-Shibata (CBS) catalyst was reported. In order to avoid a lengthy recovery process of the catalyst from homogeneous reaction, a polymer-supported CBS catalyst was prepared, and a preliminary attempt was made to achieve a continuous reduction on a laboratory scale, which contributes to synthesis of (R)-phenylephrine in a cost-effective way.
Citric Acid-catalyzed Synthesis of 2,4-Disubstituted Thiazoles from Ketones via C–Br, C–S, and C–N Bond Formations in One Pot: A Green Approach
Gundala, Trivikram Reddy,Godugu, Kumar,Nallagondu, Chinna Gangi Reddy
, p. 1408 - 1416 (2017/10/23)
An improved and greener protocol has been developed for the synthesis of 2,4-disubstituted thiazoles via C–Br, C–S, and, C–N bond formations in a single step from readily available ketones, N-bromosuccinimide (NBS), and thiourea catalyzed by citric acid in a mixture of ethanol and water (3:1) under reflux conditions. This method has the advantages of freedom from the isolation of lachrymatory α-bromoketones, ease of carrying out, cleaner reaction profile, broad substrate scope, freedom from chromatographic purification, and suitability for large-scale synthesis.
Highly Efficient Synthesis of α-Halomethylketones via Ce(SO4)2/Acid Co-Catalyzed Hydration of Alkynes
Zou, Huaxu,Jiang, Jun,Yi, Niannian,Fu, Wenqiang,Deng, Wei,Xiang, Jiannan
supporting information, p. 1251 - 1254 (2016/12/27)
A general atom-economical approach for the synthesis of α-halomethyl ketones is demonstrated through Ce(SO4)2/acid co-catalyzed hydration of a wide range of haloalkynes. The reactions are conducted under convenient conditions and provide products with excellent regioselectivity in good to excellent yields, with broad substrate scope. This protocol is an alternative to conventional α-halogenation of ketones.
In(OTf)3/acid co-catalyzed hydration of 1-haloalkynes to α-halomethyl ketones
Zeng, Ming,Huang, Rui-Xue,Li, Wen-Yi,Liu, Xiao-Wen,He, Fu-Ling,Zhang, Yi-Yuan,Xiao, Fang
, p. 3818 - 3822 (2016/07/06)
A novel and efficient In(OTf)3and HOAc cooperatively catalyzed hydration of 1-haloalkynes is described. This method provides ready access to α-chloromethyl ketones, α-bromomethyl ketones and α-iodomethyl ketones in moderate to high yields from simple, inexpensive starting materials. A broad substrate scope is achieved, and the reaction is compatible with various functional groups, including alkoxy, trifluoromethyl, halide, hydroxyl, cyclohexyl, and heterocyclic groups.
Synthesis and structure-activity relationship of aminoarylthiazole derivatives as correctors of the chloride transport defect in cystic fibrosis
Pesce, Emanuela,Bellotti, Marta,Liessi, Nara,Guariento, Sara,Damonte, Gianluca,Cichero, Elena,Galatini, Andrea,Salis, Annalisa,Gianotti, Ambra,Pedemonte, Nicoletta,Zegarra-Moran, Olga,Fossa, Paola,Galietta, Luis J.V.,Millo, Enrico
supporting information, p. 14 - 35 (2015/06/08)
Abstract The cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) is a chloride channel present in the membrane of epithelial cells. Mutations affecting the CFTR gene cause cystic fibrosis (CF), a multi-organ severe disease. The most common CF mutation, F508del, impairs the processing and activity (gating) of CFTR protein. Other mutations, like G551D, only cause a gating defect. Processing and gating defects can be targeted by small molecules called generically correctors and potentiators, respectively. Aminoarylthiazoles (AATs) represent an interesting class of compounds that includes molecules with dual activity, as correctors and potentiators. With the aim to improve the activity profile of AATs, we have now designed and synthesized a library of novel compounds in order to establish an initial SAR that may provide indications about the chemical groups that are beneficial or detrimental for rescue activity. The new compounds were tested as correctors and potentiators in CFBE41o-expressing F508del-CFTR using a functional assay. A dual active compound, AAT-4a, characterized by improved efficacy and marked synergy when combined with the corrector VX-809 has been identified. Moreover, by computational methods, a possible binding site for AATs in nucleotide binding domain NBD1 has been detected. These results will direct the synthesis of new analogues with possibly improved activity.
