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ArticleCurrent computer-aided drug design2024

Rational Design of Dual Inhibitors for Alzheimer's Disease: Insights from Computational Screening of BACE1 and GSK-3β.

Magham Sai Varshini, Ramakkamma Aishwarya Reddy, Praveen Thaggikuppe Krishnamurthy, Divakar Selvaraj

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Magham Sai VarshiniDepartment of Pharmacology, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Ooty, 643001, TN, India.
Ramakkamma Aishwarya ReddyDepartment of Pharmaceutics, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Ooty, 643001, TN, India.
Praveen Thaggikuppe KrishnamurthyDepartment of Pharmacology, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Ooty, 643001, TN, India.
Divakar SelvarajDepartment of Pharmacology, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Ooty, 643001, TN, India.
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backgroundAlzheimer's disease (AD) is one of the most concerned neurodegenerative disorders across the world characterized by amyloid-beta (Aβ) plaques and neurofibrillary tangles (NFTs), leading to cognitive decline and memory loss. Targeting key pathways involved in AD like Aβ and NFT pathways, are crucial for the development of effective therapeutic strategies. In this study, we aimed to identify and establish promising dual inhibitors targeting BACE1 and GSK-3β, two proteins implicated in Aβ and NFT formation respectively.

methodsWe have used molecular docking, ADME property analysis, and MMGBSA calculations for the identification of hit molecules and further evaluation of binding affinity, drug-like properties, and stability against BACE1 and GSK-3β.

resultsOur results demonstrated strong binding affinities of ZINC000034853956 towards the active sites of both proteins, with favorable interactions involving key residues crucial for inhibitory activity. Additionally, ZINC000034853956 exhibited favorable drug-like properties. MD simulations revealed the stable binding of ZINC000034853956 to both BACE1 and GSK-3β over a 50 ns period, with consistent ligand-protein interactions, such as hydrogen bonding and hydrophobic contacts. These findings highlight the potential of ZINC000034853956 as a promising candidate for AD treatment, acting as a dual inhibitor targeting both BACE1 and GSK-3β. Overall, our study provides valuable insights into the potential of ZINC000034853956 as a dual inhibitor for AD. The strong binding affinity, favorable drug-like properties, and stability observed in MD simulations support its suitability for further optimization and preclinical studies.

conclusionFurther investigations are warranted to elucidate the precise molecular mechanisms and therapeutic benefits of ZINC000034853956. Our findings offer hope for the development of novel therapeutic interventions targeting crucial pathways involved in AD neurodegeneration.

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Alzheimer DiseaseAmyloid Precursor Protein SecretasesAspartic Acid EndopeptidasesDrug DesignGlycogen Synthase Kinase 3 betaMolecular Docking SimulationMolecular Dynamics SimulationEnzyme InhibitorsHumansAmyloid Precursor Protein SecretasesAspartic Acid EndopeptidasesBACE1 protein, humanEnzyme InhibitorsGlycogen Synthase Kinase 3 betaADBACE1GSK-3βMMGBSAmolecular dockingmolecular dynamic simulation.

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