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Human isoprenoid synthase enzymes as therapeutic targets.

In the human body, the complex biochemical network known as the mevalonate pathway is responsible for the biosynthesis of all isoprenoids, which consists of a vast array of metabolites that are vital for proper cellular functions. Two key isoprenoids, farnesyl pyrophosphate (FPP) and geranylgeranyl pyrophosphate (GGPP) are responsible for the post-translational prenylation of small GTP-binding proteins, and serve as the biosynthetic precursors to numerous other biomolecules. The down-stream metabolite of FPP and GGPP is squalene, the precursor to steroids, bile acids, lipoproteins, and vitamin

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… Bisphosphonate inhibitors with various heterocyclic lipophilic side chains, including derivatives of zoledronic acid (e.g., 1b , c ) pyridinium deoxybisphosphonates ( 7a–c ) (Zhang et al., 2009 ), aminopyridines ( 8a–d ) (De Schutter et al., 2012 ; Lin et al., 2012 ), azaindoles (Ebetino et al., 2010a … In our work, we have shown that these residues participate in similar interactions with bisphosphonate inhibitors that have extended and rigid lipophilic side chains, such as the aminopyridine inhibitors 8a and 8b (Figure 4B ) (De Schutter et al., 2012 ; Lin et al., 2012 ), and the thienopyrimidine-based …

Opposing roles of synaptic and extrasynaptic NMDA receptor signaling in cocultured striatal and cortical neurons.

The NMDAR plays a unique and vital role in subcellular signaling. Calcium influx initiates signaling cascades important for both synaptic plasticity and survival; however, overactivation of the receptor leads to toxicity and cell death. This dichotomy is partially explained by the subcellular location of the receptor. NMDARs located at the synapse stimulate cell survival pathways, while extrasynaptic receptors signal for cell death. Thus far, this interplay between synaptic and extrasynaptic NMDARs has been studied exclusively in cortical (CTX) and hippocampal neurons. It was unknown whether o

Nuclear factor-kappaB activation by reactive oxygen species mediates voltage-gated K+ current enhancement by neurotoxic beta-amyloid peptides in nerve growth factor-differentiated PC-12 cells and hippocampal neurones.

Increased activity of plasma membrane K+ channels, leading to decreased cytoplasmic K+ concentrations, occurs during neuronal cell death. In the present study, we showed that the neurotoxic beta-amyloid peptide Abeta(25-35) caused a dose-dependent (0.1-10 microm) and time-dependent (> 12 h) enhancement of both inactivating and non-inactivating components of voltage-dependent K+ (VGK) currents in nerve growth factor-differentiated rat phaeochromocytoma (PC-12) cells and primary rat hippocampal neurones. Similar effects were exerted by Abeta(1-42), but not by the non-neurotoxic Abeta(35-25) pept

Стратегии защиты от нейропии в множестве склерозов: обновление статуса и формирующиеся парадигмы.

ВВЕДЕНИЕ: MS представляет собой континуум заболеваний, в котором с момента начала и с течением времени происходит злокачественное воспаление и нейродегенерация. Недавний прогресс в недостатке патобиологии MS создает новые перспективы для новых терапевтических стратегий нейрозащиты. ОБЛАСТЬ ПРИМЕНЕНИЯ: Авторы кратко рассматривают механизмы, лежащие в основе воспаления и нейродегенерации в MS, и обсуждают нынешние и формирующиеся стратегии поощрения нейрозащиты в MS. Данные были получены в значительной степени на основе обширного обзора опубликованной литературы, имеющейся на PubMed (до 5 марта

Activation of Kir4.1 Channels by 2-D08 Promotes Myelin Repair in Multiple Sclerosis.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory disease that leads to myelin loss and neurological dysfunction. Clinical studies show increased anti-Kir4.1 antibody levels in MS patients' serum, indicating its diagnostic potential. However, the specific mechanism has remained elusive. In a mouse model of experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis (EAE), it is found that impaired Kir4.1 channels in oligodendrocyte precursor cells (OPCs) hindered myelin repair in the spinal cord. Using a thermal shift assay (TSA), the small molecule 2-D08 is identified, which effectively activated Kir4.1 channe

Подготовка и характеристика повода для высвобождения PVA: Na-Alg Микросфера, содержащая фамфридин.

ЦЕЛИ: В настоящем исследовании основное внимание уделяется как формулированию микросфер на основе биоизоляции, содержащих фэмфридин, для лечения множественного склероза, так и альтернативе коммерчески доступному продукту (Fampyra 10 мг, Biogen). МАТЕРИАЛЫ И МЕТОДЫ: Инкапсулирование фамфридина было достигнуто с использованием поливинил-алкоголиков (PVA) и алгинатов натрия (Na-Alg). Глутаральдегид (ГА) и соляная кислота (ГКИ) использовались в качестве связующих веществ. Проведена оценка полимерного соотношения (PVA: Na-Alg), лекарственного средства: полимерного соотношения (d:p), перекрестного с

Ionic Plasticity: Common Mechanistic Underpinnings of Pathology in Spinal Cord Injury and the Brain.

The neurotransmitter GABA is normally characterized as having an inhibitory effect on neural activity in the adult central nervous system (CNS), which quells over-excitation and limits neural plasticity. Spinal cord injury (SCI) can bring about a modification that weakens the inhibitory effect of GABA in the central gray caudal to injury. This change is linked to the downregulation of the potassium/chloride cotransporter (KCC2) and the consequent rise in intracellular Cl- in the postsynaptic neuron. As the intracellular concentration increases, the inward flow of Cl- through an ionotropic GABA

NF2-Related Schwannomatosis (NF2): Molecular Insights and Therapeutic Avenues.

NF2-related schwannomatosis (NF2) is a genetic syndrome characterized by the growth of benign tumors in the nervous system, particularly bilateral vestibular schwannomas, meningiomas, and ependymomas. This review consolidates the current knowledge on NF2 syndrome, emphasizing the molecular pathology associated with the mutations in the gene of the same name, the NF2 gene, and the subsequent dysfunction of its product, the Merlin protein. Merlin, a tumor suppressor, integrates multiple signaling pathways that regulate cell contact, proliferation, and motility, thereby influencing tumor growth.

Ion Channels in Multiple Myeloma: Pathogenic Role and Therapeutic Perspectives.

Ion channels are pore-forming proteins that allow ions to flow across plasma membranes and intracellular organelles in both excitable and non-excitable cells. They are involved in the regulation of several biological processes (i.e., proliferation, cell volume and shape, differentiation, migration, and apoptosis). Recently, the aberrant expression of ion channels has emerged as an important step of malignant transformation, tumor progression, and drug resistance, leading to the idea of "onco-channelopathy". Here, we review the contribution of ion channels and transporters in multiple myeloma (

Взаимодействие между TH17 и центральной нервной системой в множестве склерозов.

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Palbociclib as an Antitumor Drug: A License to Kill.

Neoplastic cells are characterized by uncontrolled cell divisions caused by cell cycle dysregulation. Key regulatory proteins governing the transition from the G1 to the S phase are the CDK4 and CDK6 kinases, which are controlled by D-type cyclins. The CDK4/6 kinases enable the use of these proteins as targets for anticancer therapy because they prevent the growth and the development of malignant cells by inhibiting their activity. This paper surveys the clinical trial results concerning palbociclib, the first in-class FDA-approved anticancer drug for hormone-dependent breast cancer. It discus

Iron deprivation in cancer--potential therapeutic implications.

Iron is essential for normal cellular function. It participates in a wide variety of cellular processes, including cellular respiration, DNA synthesis, and macromolecule biosynthesis. Iron is required for cell growth and proliferation, and changes in intracellular iron availability can have significant effects on cell cycle regulation, cellular metabolism, and cell division. Perhaps not surprisingly then, neoplastic cells have been found to have higher iron requirements than normal, non-malignant cells. Iron depletion through chelation has been explored as a possible therapeutic intervention i

Global first-in-class drugs approved in 2023-2024: Breakthroughs and insights.

First-in-class (FIC) drugs are considered the main drivers of new drug discovery and have novel targets and mechanisms. The proportion of FIC drugs among new drugs provides fundamental guidance for both academic and pharmaceutical research. From a global perspective, 81 FIC drugs were approved in 2023 and 2024. Among them, small-molecule drugs account for a greater percentage (51.9%), illustrating the discovery of new chemical entities. Macromolecule drugs (48.1%), which mainly consist of antibody analogs, represent a growing trend as new biotechnology techniques have emerged. In terms of FIC

Targeting Histone Epigenetic Modifications and DNA Damage Responses in Synthetic Lethality Strategies in Cancer?

Synthetic lethality strategies are likely to be integrated in effective and specific cancer treatments. These strategies combine different specific targets, either in similar or cooperating pathways. Chromatin remodeling underlies, directly or indirectly, all processes of tumor biology. In this context, the combined targeting of proteins associated with different aspects of chromatin remodeling can be exploited to find new alternative targets or to improve treatment for specific individual tumors or patients. There are two major types of proteins, epigenetic modifiers of histones and nuclear o

Prodrugs in Oncology: Bioactivation and Impact on Therapeutic Efficacy and Toxicity.

A prodrug is a molecule that lacks pharmacological activity, but upon enzymatic bioactivation, it can generate a therapeutically active molecule. The primary reason behind the design of a prodrug is to help circumvent challenges associated with the physicochemical properties of a drug molecule, such as solubility, absorption, distribution, and instability. Chemotherapy has been at the forefront of cancer treatment for over 70 years due to its ability to target rapidly proliferating tumor cells. However, a major concern with conventional chemotherapy is the lack of selectivity and its associate

Xanthohumol: Mechanistic Actions and Emerging Evidence as a Multi-Target Natural Nutraceutical.

BACKGROUND: Xanthohumol (XN), a prenylated chalcone flavonoid derived from hops (Humulus lupulus), is increasingly recognized as a highly pleiotropic natural compound. OBJECTIVE: We aimed to structure XN's mechanistic hierarchy with emerging translational relevance across disease areas. METHODS: We performed a comprehensive and integrative literature review of XN for its biological and translational effects across cancer, metabolic, neurological, cardiovascular, hepatic, renal, and dermatological disorders. RESULTS: Mechanistically, XN exerts diverse bioactivities by inhibiting major pro-on

Medicinal chemistry perspectives on anticancer drug design based on clinical applications (2015-2025).

Cancer therapy has undergone a remarkable evolution over the past few decades, driven largely by innovations in medicinal chemistry. This review explores the pivotal role of medicinal chemistry in designing, optimizing, and classifying anticancer agents, from traditional cytotoxics to modern targeted therapies, immunotherapies, and radiotheranostics. The article categorizes FDA-approved anticancer drugs (2015-2025), evaluates their mechanisms of action, structural features, and structure-activity relationships (SAR), and highlights both success stories and challenges in clinical translation. A

Molecular Inhibitors of Growth Signals

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Insight and Recommendations for Fragile X-Premutation-Associated Conditions from the Fifth International Conference on FMR1 Premutation.

The premutation of the fragile X messenger ribonucleoprotein 1 (FMR1) gene is characterized by an expansion of the CGG trinucleotide repeats (55 to 200 CGGs) in the 5' untranslated region and increased levels of FMR1 mRNA. Molecular mechanisms leading to fragile X-premutation-associated conditions (FXPAC) include cotranscriptional R-loop formations, FMR1 mRNA toxicity through both RNA gelation into nuclear foci and sequestration of various CGG-repeat-binding proteins, and the repeat-associated non-AUG (RAN)-initiated translation of potentially toxic proteins. Such molecular mechanisms contribu

15th Конгресс Европейской ассоциации клинической фармакологии и терапии (ЕАКПТ)

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