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Moncomble A, Cornard JP. Orthogonal effect of exchange and correlation parameters in density functional theory to compute geometric and spectroscopic quantities. J Comput Chem 2024; 45:2071-2079. [PMID: 38738627 DOI: 10.1002/jcc.27382] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2023] [Revised: 03/26/2024] [Accepted: 04/03/2024] [Indexed: 05/14/2024]
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The influence of the composition of the functional used for density functional theory computations on one structural parameter (a dihedral angle) and a spectroscopic parameter (absorption wavelength) is assessed in this study on the basis of two molecules (flavonols). In this kind of molecules, these two parameters should be correlated according to the nature of the electronic transition involved. However, it is shown herein that by varying the proportion of true exchange and correlation while building a functional, it is possible to obtain independently a large range of values for these parameters without any relation with the underlying real values. Therefore, it is concluded that the choice of a functional after a benchmark, especially using user-defined functionals, should be carried out with great care to avoid such effects.
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- Aurélien Moncomble
- Laboratoire de Spectroscopie pour les Interactions, la Réactivité et l'Environnement, Université Lille, CNRS, UMR 8516, LASIRE, Lille, France
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- Laboratoire de Spectroscopie pour les Interactions, la Réactivité et l'Environnement, Université Lille, CNRS, UMR 8516, LASIRE, Lille, France
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da Silva Arouche T, Lobato JCM, Dos Santos Borges R, de Oliveira MS, de Jesus Chaves Neto AM. Molecular interactions of the Omicron, Kappa, and Delta SARS-CoV-2 spike proteins with quantum dots of graphene oxide. J Mol Model 2024; 30:203. [PMID: 38858279 DOI: 10.1007/s00894-024-05996-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 05/27/2024] [Indexed: 06/12/2024]
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CONTEXT The Omicron, Kappa, and Delta variants are different strains of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Graphene oxide quantum dots (GOQDs) represent a burgeoning class of oxygen-enriched, zero-dimensional materials characterized by their sub-20-nm dimensions. Exhibiting pronounced quantum confinement and edge effects, GOQDs manifest exceptional physical-chemical attributes. This study delves into the potential of graphene oxide quantum dots, elucidating their inherent properties pertinent to the surface structures of SARS-CoV-2, employing an integrated computational approach for the repositioning of inhibitory agents. METHODS Following rigorous adjustment tests, a spectrum of divergent bonding conformations emerged, with particular emphasis placed on identifying the conformation exhibiting optimal adjustment scores and interactions. The investigation employed molecular docking simulations integrating affinity energy evaluations, electrostatic potential clouds, molecular dynamics encompassing average square root calculations, and the computation of Gibbs-free energy. These values quantify the strength of interaction between GOQDs and SARS-CoV-2 spike protein variants. The receptor structures were optimized using the CHARM-GUI server employing force field AMBERFF14SB. The algorithm embedded in CHARMM offers an efficient interpolation scheme and automatic step size selection, enhancing the efficiency of the optimization process. The 3D structures of the ligands are constructed and optimized with density functional theory (DFT) method based on the most stable conformer of each binder. Autodock Vina Software (ADV) was utilized, where essential parameters were specified. Electrostatic potential maps (MEPs) provide a visual depiction of molecules' charge distributions and related properties. After this, molecular dynamics simulations employing the CHARM36 force field in Gromacs 2022.2 were conducted to investigate GOs' interactions with surface macromolecules of SARS-CoV-2 in an explicit aqueous environment. Furthermore, our investigation suggests that lower values indicate stronger binding. Notably, GO-E consistently showed the most negative values across interactions with different variants, suggesting a higher affinity compared to other GOQDs (GO-A to GO-D).
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- Tiago da Silva Arouche
- Laboratory of Preparation and Computing of Nanomaterials (LPCN), Federal University of Pará, C. P. 479, Belém, PA, 66075-110, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Preparation and Computing of Nanomaterials (LPCN), Federal University of Pará, C. P. 479, Belém, PA, 66075-110, Brazil
- Graduate Program in Natural Resources Engineering of the Amazon, ITEC, Federal University of Pará, C. P. 2626, Belém, PA, 66050-540, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal do Pará, Departamento de Farmácia/Laboratório de Química Farmacêutica, Belem, PA, 66075-110, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Preparation and Computing of Nanomaterials (LPCN), Federal University of Pará, C. P. 479, Belém, PA, 66075-110, Brazil.
- Graduate Program in Natural Resources Engineering of the Amazon, ITEC, Federal University of Pará, C. P. 2626, Belém, PA, 66050-540, Brazil.
- Graduate Program in Chemical Engineering, ITEC, Federal University of Pará, C. P. 479, Belém, PA, 66075-900, Brazil.
- Mestrado Nacional Profissional em Ensino de Física, Federal University of Pará, C. P.479, Belém, PA, 66075-110, Brazil.
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Alipour B, Kassaee MZ. Comparison of Cu 3, Cu 5, and Cu 7 clusters as potential antioxidants: A theoretical quest. J Mol Model 2024; 30:132. [PMID: 38625549 DOI: 10.1007/s00894-024-05933-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2023] [Accepted: 04/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/17/2024]
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CONTEXT Herein, we compare and contrast the dual roles of Cun clusters (n = 3, 5, and 7 atoms) in scavenging or generating RO• free radicals from ROH at the theoretical levels (where R = H, methyl, ethyl, n-propyl, i-propyl, n-butyl, t-butyl, and phenyl). This investigation is performed in water media to mimic the actual environment in the biological system. In the presence of the Cun clusters, bond dissociation energy (BDE) of RO-H and R-OH is reduced. This is clear evidence for the increased possibility of both the RO-H and R-OH bonds breakage and scavenging of RO• radicals. The nature of anchoring bonds responsible for the interaction of Cun clusters with ROH and RO• are interpreted using the quantum theory of atoms in molecules (QTAIM) and the natural bond orbital (NBO) analysis. The DFT results indicate that the O•⋅⋅⋅•Cu bond is stronger and has more covalent character in RO•⋅⋅⋅•Cun radical complexes than in ROH⋅⋅⋅•Cun. Therefore, the interactions of Cun clusters with RO• radicals (antioxidant) are more pronounced than their interactions with ROH non-radicals (pro-oxidant). METHODS The GAMESS software package was utilized in this paper. The B3LYP and M06 functions with the 6-311 + + G(d,p), and LANL2DZ/SDD basis sets was used to perform the important geometrical parameters of RO•⋅⋅⋅•Cun and ROH⋅⋅⋅•Cun, binding energy (Eb), and bond dissociation energy (BDE).
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- Batoul Alipour
- Department of Chemistry, Tarbiat Modares University, P.O. Box 14115-175, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, Tarbiat Modares University, P.O. Box 14115-175, Tehran, Iran.
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Masilamani G, Krishna GR, Debnath S, Bedi A. Origin of Optoelectronic Contradictions in 3,4-Cycloalkyl[ c]-chalcogenophenes: A Computational Study. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:4240. [PMID: 37959920 PMCID: PMC10650045 DOI: 10.3390/polym15214240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2023] [Revised: 10/21/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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The planar morphology of the backbone significantly contributes to the subtle optoelectronic features of π-conjugated polymers. On the other hand, the atomistic tuning of an otherwise identical π-backbone could also impact optoelectronic properties systematically. In this manuscript, we compare a series of 3,4-cycloalkylchalcogenophenes by tuning them atomistically using group-16 elements. Additionally, the effect of systematically extending these building blocks in the form of oligomers and polymers is studied. The size of the 3,4-substitution affected the morphology of the oligomers. In addition, the heteroatoms contributed to a further alteration in their geometry and resultant optoelectronic properties. The chalcogenophenes, containing smaller 3,4-cycloalkanes, resulted in lower bandgap oligomers or polymers compared to those with larger 3,4-cycloalkanes. Natural bonding orbital (NBO) calculations were performed to understand the disparity alongside the contour maps of frontier molecular orbitals (FMO).
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- Ganesh Masilamani
- Department of Chemistry, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur 603203, India
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- Organic Chemistry Division, CSIR—National Chemical Laboratory, Pune 411008, India
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- Department of Radiology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX 75390, USA
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- Department of Chemistry, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur 603203, India
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S AlOmar T, Rauf A, Rashid U, Sarfaraz S, Ayub K, Hussain F, Almasoud N, S AlOmar A, Rehman G, Ahmad Z, Muhammad N, Ali Shah Z. Molecular docking, DFT studies, and anti-inflammatory evaluation of peshawaraquinone isolated from Fernandoa adenophylla. J Biomol Struct Dyn 2023:1-13. [PMID: 37707992 DOI: 10.1080/07391102.2023.2258402] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 08/22/2023] [Indexed: 09/16/2023]
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In recent years, there has been growing interest in exploring natural compounds with anti-inflammatory properties for potential therapeutic applications. This study focuses on investigating the anti-inflammatory potential of peshawaraquinone (PAQ), a compound isolated from Fernandoa adenophylla, which is known for its local use in pain relief. We aim to evaluate the efficacy of peshawaraquinone in both in vitro and in vivo models and gain insights into its mode of action. In the in vitro Human red blood cell (HRBC) assay, various concentrations of peshawaraquinone were tested for their ability to inhibit the hemolysis of red blood cells, a well-established indicator of anti-inflammatory activity. The results demonstrated a maximum percent inhibition of 79.69 at a concentration of 100 µM, indicating significant anti-inflammatory potential. Furthermore, the in vivo xylene-induced ear edema model was employed to assess the compound's efficacy in reducing inflammation. Xylene was topically applied to the ear to induce edema, and peshawaraquinone was administered to evaluate its inhibitory effects. The findings revealed a substantial 74.19% reduction in ear edema, accompanied by decreased ear thickness and histopathological improvements, such as inhibited cell infiltration and epidermal hyperplasia. To gain further insights into the compound's mechanism of action, density functional theory (DFT) calculations were performed to investigate its spectroscopic characteristics and geometric properties. Additionally, docking studies were conducted on key targets involved in inflammation, including COX-1 and COX-2. In conclusion, this study showcases the significant anti-inflammatory potential of peshawaraquinone, offering promising prospects for its use as a natural anti-inflammatory agent. The results from both in vitro and in vivo models, as well as the mechanistic insights gained from computational analyses, provide a solid basis for further exploration of peshawaraquinone's therapeutic applications.Communicated by Ramaswamy H. Sarma.
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- Taghrid S AlOmar
- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Chemistry, University of Swabi, Swabi, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, COMSATS University Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, COMSATS University Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, COMSATS University Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, COMSATS University Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Medicine, Al-Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Zoology, Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Swabi, Swabi, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacy, Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan, Pakistan
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- Department of Biochemistry, Agriculture University of Peshawar, Peshawar, Pakistan
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Synthesis of pyridine and furan based arylated ketones through palladium catalyst with DFT study of their static and frequency dependent NLO response. INORG CHEM COMMUN 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.inoche.2023.110566] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/07/2023]
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Hanif M, Kosar N, Mahmood T, Muhammad M, Ullah F, Tahir MN, Ribeiro AI, Khan E. Schiff Bases Derived from 2‐Amino‐6‐methylbenzothiazole, 2‐Amino‐5‐chloropyridine and 4‐Chlorobenzaldehyde: Structure, Computational Studies and Evaluation of Biological Activity. ChemistrySelect 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/slct.202203386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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- Muhammad Hanif
- Department of Chemistry University of Malakand 18800 Chakdara Lower Dir Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry University of Management and Technology (UMT) C11, Johar Town Lahore Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry College of Science University of Bahrain Main campus 32038 Sakhir, Kingdom of Bahrain
- Department of Chemistry COMSATS University Islamabad Abbottabad Campus, Abbottabad 22060 Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry University of Malakand 18800 Chakdara Lower Dir Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacy University of Malakand 18800 Chakdara Lower Dir Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Pakistan
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- Laboratorio de Produtos Naturais Departmento de Quimica universidade Federal de sao Carlos, UFSCar Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry University of Malakand 18800 Chakdara Lower Dir Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Pakistan
- Department of Chemistry College of Science University of Bahrain Main campus 32038 Sakhir, Kingdom of Bahrain
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