1
|
Parikh J, Bhatt K, Modi K, Desai A, Patel N, Patel C, Bhola R. Computational choreography: dissecting the dance of hydrogen bonding and π-π stacking in the fluorescence discrimination mechanism of ciprofloxacin with supramolecular assembly. J Biomol Struct Dyn 2024:1-12. [PMID: 38497770 DOI: 10.1080/07391102.2024.2329295] [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: 12/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/06/2024] [Indexed: 03/19/2024]
Abstract
The detailed binding insight between the fluorophore and analyte plays a pivotal role in the design of an efficient chemosensor for water pollution. In this study, we designed a picolinic acid-functionalized calix[4]pyrrole ligand (PCACP). When testing out the fluorescence study with selected antibiotics, we observed remarkable enhancement of fluorescence spectra in the presence of ciprofloxacin, singling out the PCACP_Ciprofloxacin complex. The detailed binding mechanism is explored via computational methods including molecular docking and dynamics, DFT (density functional theory) and NBO (Natural Bonding Orbital) analysis. The result of this study provides the comprehensive insight into the involvement of functionalized group of PCACP and ciprofloxacin antibiotic. The results of the computational findings are further explored through NMR complexation study, which corroborate the computational findings. With the limit of detection calculated at 18 µM, we carried out the water sample analysis, which shows promising results. The outcome of this research provides a new, effortless fluorescence approach to monitor the presence of ciprofloxacin in water.In the presence of the ciprofloxacin antibiotic, the fluorescence spectra of PCACP experience remarkable enhancements. This complexation phenomenon is studied through different computational and experimental methods.Communicated by Ramaswamy H. Sarma.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jaymin Parikh
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Ganpat University, Kherva, Mehsana, Gujarat, India
| | - Keyur Bhatt
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Ganpat University, Kherva, Mehsana, Gujarat, India
| | - Krunal Modi
- Department of Humanity and Sciences, School of engineering, Indrashil university, Kadi, Mehsana, Gujarat, India
| | - Ajay Desai
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Ganpat University, Kherva, Mehsana, Gujarat, India
| | - Nihal Patel
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Ganpat University, Kherva, Mehsana, Gujarat, India
| | - Chirag Patel
- Biotechnology Research Center, Technology Innovation Institute, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Department of Botany, Bioinformatics, and Climate Change Impacts Management, School of Sciences, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
| | - Ravibhai Bhola
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Ganpat University, Kherva, Mehsana, Gujarat, India
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Kircheva N, Petkova V, Dobrev S, Nikolova V, Angelova S, Dudev T. N-Methyl- and N-Phenylpiperazine Functionalized Styryl Dyes Inside Cucurbiturils: Theoretical Assessment of the Factors Governing the Host-Guest Recognition. Molecules 2023; 28:8130. [PMID: 38138619 PMCID: PMC10746092 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28248130] [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: 11/19/2023] [Revised: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/14/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
Abstract
The family of cucurbiturils (CBs), the unique pumpkin-shaped macrocycles, has received great attention over the past four decades owing to their remarkable recognition properties. They have found diverse applications including biosensing and drug delivery technologies. The cucurbituril complexation of guest molecules can modulate their pKas, improve their solubility in aqueous solution, and reduce the adverse effects of the drugs, as well as enhance the stability and/or enable targeted delivery of the drug molecule. Employing twelve cationic styryl dyes with N-methyl- and N-phenylpiperazine functionality as probes, we attempted to understand the factors that govern the host-guest complexation of such molecules within CB[7] and CB[8] host systems. Various key factors determining the process were recognized, such as the pH and dielectric constant of the medium, the cavity size of the host, the chemical characteristics of the substituents in the guest entity, and the presence/absence of metal cations. The presented results add to our understanding (at the molecular level) of the mechanism of encapsulation of styryl dyes by cucurbiturils, thus shedding new light on various aspects of the intriguing complexation chemistry and the underlying recognition processes.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nikoleta Kircheva
- Institute of Optical Materials and Technologies “Acad. J. Malinowski”, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria; (N.K.); (V.P.); (S.D.); (S.A.)
| | - Vladislava Petkova
- Institute of Optical Materials and Technologies “Acad. J. Malinowski”, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria; (N.K.); (V.P.); (S.D.); (S.A.)
| | - Stefan Dobrev
- Institute of Optical Materials and Technologies “Acad. J. Malinowski”, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria; (N.K.); (V.P.); (S.D.); (S.A.)
| | - Valya Nikolova
- Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, 1164 Sofia, Bulgaria;
| | - Silvia Angelova
- Institute of Optical Materials and Technologies “Acad. J. Malinowski”, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria; (N.K.); (V.P.); (S.D.); (S.A.)
- University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy, 8 St. Kliment Ohridski Blvd, 1756 Sofia, Bulgaria
| | - Todor Dudev
- Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, 1164 Sofia, Bulgaria;
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Nisa K, Lone IA, Arif W, Singh P, Rehmen SU, Kumar R. Applications of supramolecular assemblies in drug delivery and photodynamic therapy. RSC Med Chem 2023; 14:2438-2458. [PMID: 38107171 PMCID: PMC10718592 DOI: 10.1039/d3md00396e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2023] [Accepted: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 12/19/2023] Open
Abstract
One of the world's serious health challenges is cancer. Anti-cancer agents delivered to normal cells and tissues pose several problems and challenges. In this connection, photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a minimally invasive therapeutic technique used for selectively destroying malignant cells while sparing the normal tissues. Development in photosensitisers (PSs) and light sources have to be made for PDT as a first option treatment for patients. In the pursuit of developing new attractive molecules and their formulations for PDT, researchers are working on developing such type of PSs that perform better than those being currently used. For the widespread clinical utilization of PDT, effective PSs are of particular importance. Host-guest interactions based on nanographene assemblies such as functionalized hexa-cata-hexabenzocoronenes, hexa-peri-hexabenzocoronenes and coronene have attracted increasing attention owing to less complicated synthetic steps and purification processes (gel permeation chromatography) during fabrication. Noncovalent interactions provide easy and facile approaches for building supramolecular PSs and enable them to have sensitive and controllable photoactivities, which are important for maximizing photodynamic effects and minimizing side effects. Various versatile supramolecular assemblies based on cyclodextrins, cucurbiturils, calixarenes, porphyrins and pillararenes have been designed in order to make PDT an effective therapeutic technique for curing cancer and tumours. The supramolecular assemblies of porphyrins display efficient electron transfer and fluorescence for use in bioimaging and PDT. The multifunctionalization of supramolecular assemblies is used for designing biomedically active PSs, which are helpful in PDT. It is anticipated that the development of these functionalized supramolecular assemblies will provide more fascinating advances in PDT and will dramatically expand the potential and possibilities in cancer treatments.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Kharu Nisa
- Department of Chemistry, Material Chemistry Laboratory, National Institute of Technology Srinagar 190006 India
| | - Ishfaq Ahmad Lone
- Department of Chemistry, Material Chemistry Laboratory, National Institute of Technology Srinagar 190006 India
| | - Waseem Arif
- Department of Chemistry, Material Chemistry Laboratory, National Institute of Technology Srinagar 190006 India
| | - Preeti Singh
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Swami Vivekanand Subharti University Meerut-250005 India
| | - Sajad Ur Rehmen
- Department of Chemistry, Material Chemistry Laboratory, National Institute of Technology Srinagar 190006 India
| | - Ravi Kumar
- Department of Chemistry, Material Chemistry Laboratory, National Institute of Technology Srinagar 190006 India
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Alcázar JJ, Misad Saide AC, Campodónico PR. Reliable and accurate prediction of basic pK[Formula: see text] values in nitrogen compounds: the pK[Formula: see text] shift in supramolecular systems as a case study. J Cheminform 2023; 15:90. [PMID: 37770903 PMCID: PMC10540475 DOI: 10.1186/s13321-023-00763-3] [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: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 09/30/2023] Open
Abstract
This article presents a quantitative structure-activity relationship (QSAR) approach for predicting the acid dissociation constant (pK[Formula: see text]) of nitrogenous compounds, including those within supramolecular complexes based on cucurbiturils. The model combines low-cost quantum mechanical calculations with QSAR methodology and linear regressions to achieve accurate predictions for a broad range of nitrogen-containing compounds. The model was developed using a diverse dataset of 130 nitrogenous compounds and exhibits excellent predictive performance, with a high coefficient of determination (R[Formula: see text]) of 0.9905, low standard error (s) of 0.3066, and high Fisher statistic (F) of 2142. The model outperforms existing methods, such as Chemaxon software and previous studies, in terms of accuracy and its ability to handle heterogeneous datasets. External validation on pharmaceutical ingredients, dyes, and supramolecular complexes based on cucurbiturils confirms the reliability of the model. To enhance usability, a script-like tool has been developed, providing a streamlined process for users to access the model. This study represents a significant advancement in pK[Formula: see text] prediction, offering valuable insights for drug design and supramolecular system optimization.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jackson J. Alcázar
- Centro de Química Médica, Universidad del Desarrollo, Av.Plaza 680, 7780272 Santiago, RM Chile
| | | | - Paola R. Campodónico
- Centro de Química Médica, Universidad del Desarrollo, Av.Plaza 680, 7780272 Santiago, RM Chile
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Gayathry TC, Gaur M, Mishra L, Mishra M, Barooah N, Bhasikuttan AC, Mohanty J. Supramolecular assembly of coumarin 7 with sulfobutylether-β-cyclodextrin for biomolecular applications. Front Chem 2023; 11:1245518. [PMID: 37731459 PMCID: PMC10508339 DOI: 10.3389/fchem.2023.1245518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2023] [Accepted: 08/21/2023] [Indexed: 09/22/2023] Open
Abstract
Coumarins, in general, exhibit a wide range of photophysical characteristics and are highly sensitive to their microenvironment, and, therefore, their fluorescence characteristics have attracted immense attention as sensors in chemical and biological systems. In the present study, the supramolecular interaction of a bichromophoric coumarin dye, namely, Coumarin 7 (C7) with sulfobutylether-β-cyclodextrin (SBE7βCD) macrocyclic host at different pH conditions has been investigated by using optical spectroscopic techniques such as absorption, steady-state and time-resolved emissions, and circular dichroism measurements and compared with that of βCD. Considerable enhancement in the fluorescence intensity and lifetime of C7 on complexation with SBE7βCD proposes that non-radiative processes like TICT behavior are strictly hindered due to the confinement in the host cavity experienced by the C7 dye. The increase in the rotational correlation time evaluated from the fluorescence anisotropy decay kinetics further confirms the formation of tightly bound inclusion complexes. The binding constant values reveal that the monocationic form of dye at pH 3 shows ∼3 times stronger interaction with SBE7βCD than the neutral form of dye at pH 7 due to strong electrostatic cation-anion interaction. SBE7βCD:C7 exhibits an improved photostability and an upward pK a shift of 0.4 unit compared to the contrasting downward pK a shift of 0.5 with the βCD. The enhanced fluorescence yield and increased photostability have been exploited for bioimaging applications, and better images were captured by staining the Drosophila fly gut with the SBE7βCD:C7 complex. The enhancement in the binding interaction and the emission intensity were found to be responsive to external stimuli such as small competitive binders or metal ions and nearly quantitative dissociation of the complex was demonstrated to release the dye and would find stimuli-responsive applications.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- T. C. Gayathry
- Radiation and Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai, India
| | - Monika Gaur
- Radiation and Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex, Mumbai, India
| | - Lopamudra Mishra
- Department of Life Science, National Institute of Technology Rourkela, Rourkela, India
| | - Monalisa Mishra
- Department of Life Science, National Institute of Technology Rourkela, Rourkela, India
| | - Nilotpal Barooah
- Radiation and Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex, Mumbai, India
| | - Achikanath C. Bhasikuttan
- Radiation and Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex, Mumbai, India
| | - Jyotirmayee Mohanty
- Radiation and Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex, Mumbai, India
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Ruan YR, Li WZ, Ye YY, Luo J, Xu SY, Xiao J, Lin XW, Liu S, Wang XQ, Wang W. Supramolecularly assisted chlorhexidine-bacterial membrane interaction with enhanced antibacterial activity and reduced side effects. J Colloid Interface Sci 2023; 641:146-154. [PMID: 36931213 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2023.03.009] [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: 01/21/2023] [Revised: 02/26/2023] [Accepted: 03/02/2023] [Indexed: 03/09/2023]
Abstract
Bacterial infection has emerged as a grievous threat to public health, and lots of antibacterial agents were developed to solve this issue. However, enhancing the antibacterial activity of antibacterial agents while reducing their side effects remains a challenge. Herein, a supramolecular antibacterial agent based on the host-guest interaction between cucurbit[7]uril (CB[7]) and chlorhexidine (CHX) was designed. CHX can be encapsulated in the cavity of CB[7] to form a 1:3 host-guest complex (CHX-3CB[7]). It was amazingly found that this supramolecular complex could display higher antibacterial activity than CHX alone. Electrospray mass spectrometry and UV-vis spectra revealed that the introduction of CB[7] promoted the protonation of N-atoms on CHX, resulting in stronger ion interaction with phospholipids and thus enhancing the destruction of the bacterial membrane. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), surface ζ-potentials and outer/inner membrane integrity assays also reveal that the introduction of CB[7] aggravates the rupture of membrane. What is more, the cytotoxicity and irritation of CHX were decreased by forming the host-guest complex with CB[7]. This work provides a paradigm for enhancing antibacterial activity and reducing side effects of drugs through supramolecular chemistry.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Yi-Ru Ruan
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430081, China.
| | - Wen-Zhen Li
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430081, China.
| | - Yu-Yuan Ye
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430081, China.
| | - Jie Luo
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430081, China.
| | - Shi-Yuan Xu
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430081, China.
| | - Ju Xiao
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430081, China.
| | - Xiao-Wei Lin
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430081, China.
| | - Simin Liu
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430081, China.
| | - Xiao-Qiang Wang
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430081, China.
| | - Wenjing Wang
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430081, China.
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Thorave RG, Shinde AP, Kadam NS, Doshi PJ, Gawhale ST, Malkhede DD. Moxifloxacin embedded p-Sulfonatocalix[6]arene: Multispectroscopic studies to evaluate its cytotoxicity, antibacterial efficacy, and molecular docking. J Mol Liq 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molliq.2022.121035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
|
8
|
Siddharthan A, Kumar V, Barooah N, Chatterjee S, Bhasikuttan AC, Mohanty J. Supramolecular interaction of ofloxacin drug with -sulfonatocalix[6]arene: Metal-ion responsive fluorescence behavior and enhanced antibacterial activity. J Mol Liq 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molliq.2022.121047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
|
9
|
Droguett K, Quintero GE, Santos JG, Aliaga ME. Advancement in supramolecular control of organic reactivity induced by cucurbit[n]urils. J INCL PHENOM MACRO 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s10847-022-01172-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
|
10
|
Barooah N, Mohanty J, Bhasikuttan AC. Cucurbituril-Based Supramolecular Assemblies: Prospective on Drug Delivery, Sensing, Separation, and Catalytic Applications. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2022; 38:6249-6264. [PMID: 35535760 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.2c00556] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
Abstract
Precise control over the stimuli-responsive noncovalent interactions operative in a complex molecular system has emerged as a convenient way to realize applications in the detection and sensing of trace analytes, metal ion separation, uptake-release, in situ nanoparticle synthesis, and catalytic activity. This feature article focuses on the attributes and advantages of noncovalent host-guest interactions involving cucurbituril homologues (CBs) with a wide range of organic and inorganic guests, starting from organic dyes to drugs, proteins, surfactants, metal ions, and polyoxometalates. The unique structural features of CBs provide interaction sites for cations at the portals, polyanions at the periphery, and hydrophobic groups in its cavity. The facile complexation and consequent compositional and geometrical arrangements of guests such as naphthalenediimides, coumarins, porphyrins, and triphenylpyrylium ions with the host CBs led to remarkable changes in many molecular properties, especially aggregation, the proton binding and release affinity, and novel emissive dimers, and each of such spectroscopic signatures have been appropriately channeled to drug delivery and activation to improve the antibacterial efficacy and shelf life of drugs by increasing their photostability. Several technological advantages have also been extracted from the interaction of CBs with inorganic guests as well. The interaction of CB7 with the heptamolybdate anion resulted in the precipitation of a hybrid complex material which enabled a convenient separation methodology for the use of clinically pure radioactive 99mTc in diagnostic applications. Certain cucurbituril-based hybrid materials have been developed for enhanced SO2 adsorption at low pressures, high-efficiency hydrogen production, and reversible catalytic systems. Thus, this feature article provides a glimpse of the vast potential of cucurbituril homologues with organic and inorganic guests and calls for a dedicated effort to explore supramolecular strategies for better sensors, therapeutics, smart drug delivery modules, and facile devices.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nilotpal Barooah
- Radiation & Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai 400085, India
| | - Jyotirmayee Mohanty
- Radiation & Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai 400085, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai 400094, India
| | - Achikanath C Bhasikuttan
- Radiation & Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai 400085, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai 400094, India
| |
Collapse
|
11
|
Unveiling host-guest-solvent interactions in solution by identifying highly unstable host-guest configurations in thermal non-equilibrium gas phase. Sci Rep 2022; 12:8169. [PMID: 35581255 PMCID: PMC9114120 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-12226-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2022] [Accepted: 05/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
Abstract
We propose a novel scheme of examining the host-guest-solvent interactions in solution from their gas phase structures. By adopting the permethylated β-cyclodextrin (perm β-CD)-protonated L-Lysine non-covalent complex as a prototypical system, we present the infrared multiple photon dissociation (IRMPD) spectrum of the gas phase complex produced by electrospray ionization technique. In order to elucidate the structure of perm β-CD)/LysH+ complex in the gas phase, we carry out quantum chemical calculations to assign the two strong peaks at 3,340 and 3,560 cm-1 in the IRMPD spectrum, finding that the carboxyl forms loose hydrogen bonding with the perm β-CD, whereas the ammonium group of L-Lysine is away from the perm β-CD unit. By simulating the structures of perm β-CD/H+/L-Lysine complex in solution using the supramolecule/continuum model, we find that the extremely unstable gas phase structure corresponds to the most stable conformer in solution.
Collapse
|
12
|
Alrawashdeh L, Assaf KI, Alshaer W, Odeh F, Bani-Atta SA. Preparation, characterization, and biological activity study of thymoquinone-cucurbit[7]uril inclusion complex. RSC Adv 2022; 12:1982-1988. [PMID: 35425234 PMCID: PMC8979228 DOI: 10.1039/d1ra08460g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2021] [Accepted: 12/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
Abstract
In this study, the formation of a host–guest inclusion complex between cucurbit[7]uril (CB[7]) and thymoquinone (TQ) was investigated in aqueous solution. The formation of a stable inclusion complex, CB[7]–TQ, was confirmed by using different techniques, such as 1H NMR and UV-visible spectroscopy. The aqueous solubility of TQ was clearly enhanced upon the addition of CB[7], which provided an initial indication for supramolecular complexation. The complexation stoichiometry and the binding constant of the inclusion complex were determined through a combination of two sets of titration methods, including UV-visible and fluorescence displacement titrations. Both methods suggested the formation of a 1 : 1 stoichiometry between CB[7] and TQ with moderate binding affinity of 3 × 103 M−1. Density functional theory (DFT) calculations were also performed to verify the structure of the resulted host–guest complex and to support the complexation stoichiometry. The theoretical calculations were in agreement with experimental results obtained by 1H NMR spectroscopy. Most importantly, the cytotoxic effect of the CB[7]–TQ complex was investigated against cancer and normal cell lines. The results showed that the anticancer activity of TQ against MDA-MB-231 cells was enhanced by the complexation with CB[7], while no significant effect was observed in MCF-7 cells. The results also confirmed the low toxicity of the CB[7] host molecule that supports the use of CB[7] as a drug carrier. The host–guest inclusion complexation of thymoquinone by cucurbit[7]uril in aqueous solution is established, which results in an enhanced biological activity.![]()
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Lubna Alrawashdeh
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, The Hashemite University P.O. Box 330127 Zarqa 13133 Jordan
| | - Khaleel I Assaf
- Department of Chemistry, Al-Balqa Applied University Al-Salt 19117 Jordan
| | - Walhan Alshaer
- Cell Therapy Center, The University of Jordan Amman 11942 Jordan
| | - Fadwa Odeh
- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, The University of Jordan Amman 11942 Jordan
| | - Suhair A Bani-Atta
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Tabuk 71491 Saudi Arabia
| |
Collapse
|
13
|
Hu X, Zhang H, Liu M. A cucurbit[7]uril-based supramolecular fluorescent probe for the detection of metronidazole with high sensitivity and strong anti-interference capacity. JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL RESEARCH 2021. [DOI: 10.1177/17475198211055103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
Abstract
We propose a new method for the selective detection of the antibiotic metronidazole (MNZ) using CB[7]-JAT (cucurbit[7]uril = CB[7] and JAT = jatrorrhizine) as a fluorescent probe, which is based on the competitive reaction between MNZ and JAT for the occupancy of the CB[7] cavity. The proposed method gives a good calibration curve in the concentration range of 0.38–60 μM, and the limit of detection for MNZ is 65 ng mL−1 with those obtained by the standard curve method. Moreover, the proposed method was successfully applied for the determination of MNZ in liquid milk. Most importantly, due to the high binding affinity between CB[7] and MNZ, the proposed method shows great anti-interference capacity to accurately detect MNZ in the presence of other antibiotics.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Xuemei Hu
- School of Chemistry and Life Science, Advanced Institute of Materials Science, Changchun University of Technology, Changchun, P.R. China
| | - Huaqing Zhang
- School of Chemistry and Life Science, Advanced Institute of Materials Science, Changchun University of Technology, Changchun, P.R. China
| | - Mei Liu
- School of Chemistry and Life Science, Advanced Institute of Materials Science, Changchun University of Technology, Changchun, P.R. China
| |
Collapse
|
14
|
Khurana R, Mohanty J, Barooah N, Bhasikuttan AC. Photoinduced emissive naphthalenediimide radical anion in the confinement of cucurbituril nanocavity; in situ generation of gold nanoparticles. J Mol Liq 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molliq.2021.116023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
|
15
|
Pandya JB, Patel PD, Shinde SM, Jha PK. Interpreting the nature of interactions in the inclusion complex of danofloxacin, a third-generation fluoroquinolone with Cucurbit[7]uril: A computational study. COMPUT THEOR CHEM 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.comptc.2021.113210] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
|
16
|
Ruz P, Banerjee S, Khurana R, Barooah N, Sudarsan V, Bhasikuttan AC, Mohanty J. Metal-Free Supramolecular Catalytic Hydrolysis of Ammonia Borane through Cucurbituril Nanocavitands. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2021; 13:16218-16226. [PMID: 33793201 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.0c22213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
Abstract
Ammonia borane (AB) is considered a potential "on-board" hydrogen storage material. However, its implementation as a hydrogen reservoir in fuel cells is lacking due to the extremely slow release of hydrogen at room-temperature hydrolysis. In this study, a metal-free supramolecular strategy is demonstrated at room temperature to increase the hydrolysis rate and yield of hydrogen along with significant reduction in ammonia release by using cucurbit[5/8]uril (CB5/CB8) nanocavitands as catalysts. The complex of AB with CB stabilizes the ammonium ion at the host portals, which reduces ammonia release and enhances hydrogen yield. The complexation brings down the activation energy of hydrolysis from 103.8 to ∼27.5 kJ mol-1 (for CB5), a value close to the Pt/Pd nanoparticle-based catalysts reported so far. The high catalytic performance and reusability of CB catalysts at very low concentration make AB a promising supramolecular alternative for a sustainable "on-board" energy source.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Priyanka Ruz
- Chemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai 400085, India
| | - Seemita Banerjee
- Chemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai 400085, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai 400094, India
| | - Raman Khurana
- Radiation & Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai 400085, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai 400094, India
| | - Nilotpal Barooah
- Radiation & Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai 400085, India
| | - Vasanthakumaran Sudarsan
- Chemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai 400085, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai 400094, India
| | - Achikanath C Bhasikuttan
- Radiation & Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai 400085, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai 400094, India
| | - Jyotirmayee Mohanty
- Radiation & Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai 400085, India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai 400094, India
| |
Collapse
|
17
|
Dutta Choudhury S, Pal H. Supramolecular and suprabiomolecular photochemistry: a perspective overview. Phys Chem Chem Phys 2021; 22:23433-23463. [PMID: 33112299 DOI: 10.1039/d0cp03981k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
Abstract
In this perspective review article, we have attempted to bring out the important current trends of research in the areas of supramolecular and suprabiomolecular photochemistry. Since the spans of the subject areas are very vast, it is impossible to cover all the aspects within the limited space of this review article. Nevertheless, efforts have been made to assimilate the basic understanding of how supramolecular interactions can significantly change the photophysical and other related physiochemical properties of chromophoric dyes and drugs, which have enormous academic and practical implications. We have discussed with reference to relevant chemical systems where supramolecularly assisted modulations in the properties of chromophoric dyes and drugs can be used or have already been used in different areas like sensing, dye/drug stabilization, drug delivery, functional materials, and aqueous dye laser systems. In supramolecular assemblies, along with their conventional photophysical properties, the acid-base properties of prototropic dyes, as well as the excited state prototautomerization and related proton transfer behavior of proton donor/acceptor dye molecules, are also largely modulated due to supramolecular interactions, which are often reflected very explicitly through changes in their absorption and fluorescence characteristics, providing us many useful insights into these chemical systems and bringing out intriguing applications of such changes in different applied areas. Another interesting research area in supramolecular photochemistry is the excitation energy transfer from the donor to acceptor moieties in self-assembled systems which have immense importance in light harvesting applications, mimicking natural photosynthetic systems. In this review article, we have discussed varieties of these aspects, highlighting their academic and applied implications. We have tried to emphasize the progress made so far and thus to bring out future research perspectives in the subject areas concerned, which are anticipated to find many useful applications in areas like sensors, catalysis, electronic devices, pharmaceuticals, drug formulations, nanomedicine, light harvesting, and smart materials.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Sharmistha Dutta Choudhury
- Radiation & Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai-400085, India. and Homi Bhabha National Institute, Anushaktinagar, Trombay, Mumbai-400094, India
| | - Haridas Pal
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Anushaktinagar, Trombay, Mumbai-400094, India and Analytical Chemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai-400085, India.
| |
Collapse
|
18
|
Zhang H, Liu M, Zhu X, Li H. Detection of Spermine Using Cucurbit[7]uril-phenazopyridine Host-Guest Inclusion Complex as a Platform. CHEM LETT 2021. [DOI: 10.1246/cl.200667] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- Huaqing Zhang
- School of Chemistry and Life Science, Changchun University of Technology, Changchun 130012, P. R. China
- Advanced Institute of materials Science, Changchun University of Technology, Changchun 130012, P. R. China
| | - Mei Liu
- School of Chemistry and Life Science, Changchun University of Technology, Changchun 130012, P. R. China
- Advanced Institute of materials Science, Changchun University of Technology, Changchun 130012, P. R. China
| | - Xiaofei Zhu
- School of Chemistry and Life Science, Changchun University of Technology, Changchun 130012, P. R. China
| | - Hui Li
- School of Chemistry and Life Science, Changchun University of Technology, Changchun 130012, P. R. China
- Advanced Institute of materials Science, Changchun University of Technology, Changchun 130012, P. R. China
| |
Collapse
|
19
|
Cheng G, Luo J, Liu Y, Chen X, Wu Z, Chen T. Cucurbituril-Oriented Nanoplatforms in Biomedical Applications. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2020; 3:8211-8240. [PMID: 35019600 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.0c01061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
Abstract
Cucucrbituril (CB) belongs to a family of macrocycles that are easily accessible. Their structural specificity provides excellent molecular recognition capabilities, with the ability to be readily chemically modified. Because of these properties, researchers have found CB to be a useful molecular carrier for delivering drug molecules and therapeutic biomolecules. Their significance lies in the fact that CB not only increases the solubility and stability of an encapsulated guest but also provides the possibility to achieve targeted delivery of the guest molecule. Therefore, the emergence of CB undoubtedly provides opportunities for the development of targeted drug delivery in an era where intelligent drugs have attracted considerable attention. It has also been found that CB can enhance fluorescent dyes, allowing the preparation of biosensors with enhanced sensitivity for use in clinical settings. In the present review, the acquisition, properties, and structural modifications of CB are first comprehensively described, and then the value of this macrocycle in applications within the medical field is discussed. In addition, we have also summarized patent applications of CB in this field over recent years, aiming to illustrate the current status of developments of this molecule. Finally, we discuss the challenges faced by CB in the medical field and future trends in its development.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Guowang Cheng
- Key Laboratory of Modern Preparation of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ministry of Education, Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang 330004, China
| | - Jingshan Luo
- Science and Technology Innovation Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510405, China
| | - Yao Liu
- Science and Technology Innovation Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510405, China
| | - Xiaojia Chen
- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences, University of Macau, Macau 999078, China
| | - Zhenfeng Wu
- Key Laboratory of Modern Preparation of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ministry of Education, Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang 330004, China
| | - Tongkai Chen
- Science and Technology Innovation Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510405, China
| |
Collapse
|
20
|
Allen N, White LJ, Boles JE, Williams GT, Chu DF, Ellaby RJ, Shepherd HJ, Ng KKL, Blackholly LR, Wilson B, Mulvihill DP, Hiscock JR. Towards the Prediction of Antimicrobial Efficacy for Hydrogen Bonded, Self-Associating Amphiphiles. ChemMedChem 2020; 15:2193-2205. [PMID: 32930504 PMCID: PMC7756459 DOI: 10.1002/cmdc.202000533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2020] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
Abstract
Herein we report 50 structurally related supramolecular self-associating amphiphilic (SSA) salts and related compounds. These SSAs are shown to act as antimicrobial agents, active against model Gram-positive (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) and/or Gram-negative (Escherichia coli) bacteria of clinical interest. Through a combination of solution-state, gas-phase, solid-state and in silico measurements, we determine 14 different physicochemical parameters for each of these 50 structurally related compounds. These parameter sets are then used to identify molecular structure-physicochemical property-antimicrobial activity relationships for our model Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, while simultaneously providing insight towards the elucidation of SSA mode of antimicrobial action.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nyasha Allen
- School of BiosciencesUniversity of KentCanterburyKentCT2 7NHUK
| | - Lisa J. White
- School of Physical SciencesUniversity of KentCanterburyKentCT2 7NHUK
| | - Jessica E. Boles
- School of Physical SciencesUniversity of KentCanterburyKentCT2 7NHUK
| | | | | | - Rebecca J. Ellaby
- School of Physical SciencesUniversity of KentCanterburyKentCT2 7NHUK
| | | | - Kendrick K. L. Ng
- School of Physical SciencesUniversity of KentCanterburyKentCT2 7NHUK
| | - Laura R. Blackholly
- School of BiosciencesUniversity of KentCanterburyKentCT2 7NHUK
- School of Physical SciencesUniversity of KentCanterburyKentCT2 7NHUK
| | - Ben Wilson
- School of BiosciencesUniversity of KentCanterburyKentCT2 7NHUK
- School of Physical SciencesUniversity of KentCanterburyKentCT2 7NHUK
| | | | | |
Collapse
|
21
|
Narayanan J, Hernández JG, Aguilar CAH, Rodríguez MM, Cerda SDG. Glutamine chelation governs the selective inhibition of Staphylococcus aureus and Salmonella typhi growth by cis-dichloro-bis(8-quinolinolato)zirconium(IV): Theory and experiment. Eur J Pharm Sci 2020; 151:105427. [PMID: 32544422 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejps.2020.105427] [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: 03/31/2020] [Revised: 05/25/2020] [Accepted: 06/11/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
Abstract
Quinolone-based Schiff base zirconium(IV) complex was studied as potential bacterial inhibitor against Gram-positive Staphylococcus aureus and Gram-negative Salmonella typhi growth, showing that the interaction of the complex with L-glutamine which presents in the membrane of wall leads cell death, and the mode of bacterial interaction was analyzed theoretically by DFT. Furthermore, the interaction of different amino acid residues L-alanine, D-alanine, L-lysine and D-glutamine with the metal complex through UV-vis docking studies was conducted observing that D-glutamine interacts efficiently among other amino acid residues. This observation is consistent with the interaction of the metal complex that was effective when participating in an insight of the peptidoglycan cell wall since the binding nature of glutamine potentially inhibits these microorganisms.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jayanthi Narayanan
- Division de Ingeniería en Nanotecnología, Universidad Politécnica del Valle de México, Av. Mexiquense s/n esquina Av. Universidad Politécnica, Tultitlan, Estado de México, CP 54910, México.
| | - José Guadalupe Hernández
- Centro Tecnológico, Facultad de Estudios Superiores (FES-Aragón), Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), Estado de México, CP 57130, México
| | - Carlos Alberto Huerta Aguilar
- Division de Ingeniería en Nanotecnología, Universidad Politécnica del Valle de México, Av. Mexiquense s/n esquina Av. Universidad Politécnica, Tultitlan, Estado de México, CP 54910, México
| | - Miguel Morales Rodríguez
- Division de Ingeniería en Nanotecnología, Universidad Politécnica del Valle de México, Av. Mexiquense s/n esquina Av. Universidad Politécnica, Tultitlan, Estado de México, CP 54910, México
| | - Susana Dianey Gallegos Cerda
- Division de Ingeniería en Nanotecnología, Universidad Politécnica del Valle de México, Av. Mexiquense s/n esquina Av. Universidad Politécnica, Tultitlan, Estado de México, CP 54910, México
| |
Collapse
|
22
|
Kadam V, Kakatkar AS, Barooah N, Chatterjee S, Bhasikuttan AC, Mohanty J. Supramolecular interaction of sanguinarine dye with sulfobutylether-β-cyclodextrin: modulation of the photophysical properties and antibacterial activity. RSC Adv 2020; 10:25370-25378. [PMID: 35517463 PMCID: PMC9055271 DOI: 10.1039/d0ra03823g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2020] [Accepted: 06/22/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
Abstract
The noncovalent host-guest interaction of sanguinarine (SGR), a benzophenanthridine alkaloid, with a nontoxic, water soluble sulfobutylether-β-cyclodextrin (SBE7βCD, commercially available as Captisol) macrocyclic host has been investigated using ground-state optical absorption, and steady-state and time-resolved fluorescence measurements. The pH-dependent changes in the absorbance of the dye at 327 nm showed a pK a value of 7.5, which has been shifted to 8.1 in the presence of SBE7βCD. The changes in the pK a values, absorption and fluorescence spectra, and fluorescence lifetime values of these two forms of SG with SBE7βCD indicate complex formation between them. The cationic form shows 3 times higher interaction towards SEB7βCD (K = 1.2 × 104 M-1) as compared to the neutral form (K = 3.9 × 103 M-1) which leads to a moderate upward pK a shift (pK a values of SGR shifted by more than 0.6 units). The subsequent fluorescence "turn off" was demonstrated to be responsive to chemical stimuli, such as metal ions (Ca2+ ions). Upon addition of Ca2+ ions, nearly quantitative dissociation of the complex was established to regenerate the free dye and result in fluorescence "turn on". Apart from improving the stability under ambient light conditions, the upward pK a shift of SGR in the presence of SBE7βCD results in increasing the antibacterial activity of the SBE7βCD:SGR complex compared to that of the free dye towards four pathogenic micro-organisms at the physiological pH range. This work further compares SGR interaction with parent β-cyclodextrin.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Vidya Kadam
- Radiation & Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Mumbai 400 085 India +91 22 2550 5151
| | - Aarti S Kakatkar
- Food Technology Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Mumbai 400 085 India
| | - Nilotpal Barooah
- Radiation & Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Mumbai 400 085 India +91 22 2550 5151
| | - Suchandra Chatterjee
- Food Technology Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Mumbai 400 085 India
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex Anushaktinagar Mumbai 400094 India
| | - Achikanath C Bhasikuttan
- Radiation & Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Mumbai 400 085 India +91 22 2550 5151
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex Anushaktinagar Mumbai 400094 India
| | - Jyotirmayee Mohanty
- Radiation & Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Mumbai 400 085 India +91 22 2550 5151
- Homi Bhabha National Institute, Training School Complex Anushaktinagar Mumbai 400094 India
| |
Collapse
|
23
|
White LJ, Boles JE, Allen N, Alesbrook LS, Sutton JM, Hind CK, Hilton KLF, Blackholly LR, Ellaby RJ, Williams GT, Mulvihill DP, Hiscock JR. Controllable hydrogen bonded self-association for the formation of multifunctional antimicrobial materials. J Mater Chem B 2020; 8:4694-4700. [PMID: 32393938 DOI: 10.1039/d0tb00875c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/29/2024]
Abstract
SSAs are a class of supramolecular self-associating amphiphilic salt, the anionic component of which contains a covalently bound hydrogen bond donor-acceptor motif. This results in a monomeric unit which can adopt multiple hydrogen bonding modes simultaneously. Previous investigations have shown examples of SSAs to act as antimicrobial agents against clinically relevant methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Herein, we report an intrinsically fluorescent SSA which can self-associate producing dimers, spherical aggregates and hydrogels dependent on solvent environment, while retaining antimicrobial activity against both model Gram-positive (MRSA) and Gram-negative (Escherichia coli) bacteria. Finally, we demonstrate the SSA supramolecular hydrogel to tolerate the inclusion of the antibiotic ampicillin, leading to the enhanced inhibition of growth with both model bacteria, and derive initial molecular structure-physicochemical property-antimicrobial activity relationships.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Lisa J White
- School of Physical Sciences, University of Kent, Canterbury, Kent CT2 7NH, UK.
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
24
|
Assaf KI, Abed Alfattah H, Eftaiha AF, Bardaweel SK, Alnajjar MA, Alsoubani FA, Qaroush AK, El-Barghouthi MI, Nau WM. Encapsulation of ionic liquids inside cucurbiturils. Org Biomol Chem 2020; 18:2120-2128. [PMID: 32129437 DOI: 10.1039/d0ob00001a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
Abstract
Cucurbit[n]urils (CBn, n = 6-8) serve as molecular receptors for imidazolium-based ionic liquids (ILs) in aqueous solution. The amphiphilic nature of 1-alkyl-3-methylimidazolium guests (Cnmim), with a cationic imidazolium residue and a hydrophobic alkyl chain, enabled their complexation with CBn through a combination of the hydrophobic effect and ion-dipole interactions. 1H NMR experiments revealed that the cavity of CBn can host the hydrophobic chain of the ILs, while one of the carbonyl rims served as a docking site for the imidazolium ring. The structure of the complexes was further analyzed by molecular dynamics (MD) simulations, which indicated that the cavity of CB6 can accommodate up to 5 carbon atoms, while the larger cavity of CB7 and CB8 can encapsulate longer alkyl chains in folded conformations. Isothermal titration calorimetry (ITC) experiments provided up to micromolar affinity of ILs to CBn in aqueous solution, which was independently quantified by indicator displacement titrations.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Khaleel I Assaf
- Department of Chemistry, Al-Balqa Applied University, Al-Salt 19117, Jordan.
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
25
|
Mehra C, Gala R, Kakatkar A, Kumar V, Khurana R, Chatterjee S, Kumar NN, Barooah N, Bhasikuttan AC, Mohanty J. Cooperative enhancement of antibacterial activity of sanguinarine drug through p-sulfonatocalix[6]arene functionalized silver nanoparticles. Chem Commun (Camb) 2020; 55:14275-14278. [PMID: 31720595 DOI: 10.1039/c9cc07378g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
Abstract
The amelioration of antibacterial efficacy along with the reduced minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of sanguinarine (SGR) drug have been demonstrated through the uptake of SGR by p-sulfonatocalix[6]arene functionalized silver nanoparticles. The large upward pKa shift and enhanced stability of SGR resulting from the favorable supra-nanomolecular strategy are deciphered into an improved antibacterial drug against different pathogenic micro-organisms including multi drug resistant bacteria.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Chahat Mehra
- Radiation & Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Trombay, Mumbai 400085, India.
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
26
|
Jana P, Mukherjee T, Khurana R, Barooah N, Soppina V, Mohanty J, Kanvah S. Fluorescence enhancement of cationic styrylcoumarin-cucurbit[7]uril complexes: Enhanced stability and cellular membrane localization. J Photochem Photobiol A Chem 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jphotochem.2019.112062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
|
27
|
Özkan M, Kumar Y, Keser Y, Hadi SE, Tuncel D. Cucurbit[7]uril-Anchored Porphyrin-Based Multifunctional Molecular Platform for Photodynamic Antimicrobial and Cancer Therapy. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2019; 2:4693-4697. [DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.9b00763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Melis Özkan
- Institute of Materials Science and Nanotechnology, National Nanotechnology Research Center (UNAM), Bilkent University, 06800 Ankara, Turkey
| | - Yogesh Kumar
- Institute of Materials Science and Nanotechnology, National Nanotechnology Research Center (UNAM), Bilkent University, 06800 Ankara, Turkey
- Department of Chemistry, Bilkent University, 06800 Ankara, Turkey
| | - Yagmur Keser
- Institute of Materials Science and Nanotechnology, National Nanotechnology Research Center (UNAM), Bilkent University, 06800 Ankara, Turkey
| | - Seyed E. Hadi
- Institute of Materials Science and Nanotechnology, National Nanotechnology Research Center (UNAM), Bilkent University, 06800 Ankara, Turkey
| | - Dönüs Tuncel
- Institute of Materials Science and Nanotechnology, National Nanotechnology Research Center (UNAM), Bilkent University, 06800 Ankara, Turkey
- Department of Chemistry, Bilkent University, 06800 Ankara, Turkey
| |
Collapse
|
28
|
Das D, Assaf KI, Nau WM. Applications of Cucurbiturils in Medicinal Chemistry and Chemical Biology. Front Chem 2019; 7:619. [PMID: 31572710 PMCID: PMC6753627 DOI: 10.3389/fchem.2019.00619] [Citation(s) in RCA: 94] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2019] [Accepted: 08/28/2019] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
Abstract
The supramolecular chemistry of cucurbit[n]urils (CBn) has been rapidly developing to encompass diverse medicinal applications, including drug formulation and delivery, controlled drug release, and sensing for bioanalytical purposes. This is made possible by their unique recognition properties and very low cytotoxicity. In this review, we summarize the host-guest complexation of biologically important molecules with CBn, and highlight their implementation in medicinal chemistry and chemical biology.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Debapratim Das
- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati, India
| | - Khaleel I. Assaf
- Department of Life Sciences and Chemistry, Jacobs University Bremen, Bremen, Germany
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Al-Balqa Applied University, Al-Salt, Jordan
| | - Werner M. Nau
- Department of Life Sciences and Chemistry, Jacobs University Bremen, Bremen, Germany
| |
Collapse
|
29
|
El-Sheshtawy HS, El-Refaey A, El-Khouly ME. Supramolecular off-on-off fluorescent biosensor for total Free thyroid hormones detection based on their differential binding with cucurbit[7]uril to fluorescent perylene derivative. J Photochem Photobiol A Chem 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jphotochem.2019.111945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
|
30
|
Liu H, Noh GS, Luan Y, Qiao Z, Koo B, Jang YO, Shin Y. A Sample Preparation Technique Using Biocompatible Composites for Biomedical Applications. Molecules 2019; 24:E1321. [PMID: 30987247 PMCID: PMC6479572 DOI: 10.3390/molecules24071321] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2019] [Revised: 04/02/2019] [Accepted: 04/03/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
Abstract
Infectious diseases, especially pathogenic infections, are a growing threat to public health worldwide. Since pathogenic bacteria usually exist in complex matrices at very low concentrations, the development of technology for rapid, convenient, and biocompatible sample enrichment is essential for sensitive diagnostics. In this study, a cucurbit[6]uril (CB) supermolecular decorated amine-functionalized diatom (DA) composite was fabricated to support efficient sample enrichment and in situ nucleic acid preparation from enriched pathogens and cells. CB was introduced to enhance the rate and effectiveness of pathogen absorption using the CB-DA composite. This novel CB-DA composite achieved a capture efficiency of approximately 90% at an Escherichia coli concentration of 10⁶ CFU/mL within 3 min. Real-time PCR analyses of DNA samples recovered using the CB-DA enrichment system showed a four-fold increase in the early amplification signal strength, and this effective method for capturing nucleic acid might be useful for preparing samples for diagnostic systems.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Huifang Liu
- Department of Convergence Medicine, Asan Medical Institute of Convergence Science and Technology (AMIST), University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympicro-43gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05505, Korea.
- Biomedical Engineering Research Center, Asan Institute of Life Sciences, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympicro-43gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05505, Korea.
| | - Geun Su Noh
- Department of Convergence Medicine, Asan Medical Institute of Convergence Science and Technology (AMIST), University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympicro-43gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05505, Korea.
- Biomedical Engineering Research Center, Asan Institute of Life Sciences, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympicro-43gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05505, Korea.
| | - Yange Luan
- Department of Convergence Medicine, Asan Medical Institute of Convergence Science and Technology (AMIST), University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympicro-43gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05505, Korea.
- Biomedical Engineering Research Center, Asan Institute of Life Sciences, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympicro-43gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05505, Korea.
| | - Zhen Qiao
- Department of Convergence Medicine, Asan Medical Institute of Convergence Science and Technology (AMIST), University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympicro-43gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05505, Korea.
- Biomedical Engineering Research Center, Asan Institute of Life Sciences, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympicro-43gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05505, Korea.
| | - Bonhan Koo
- Department of Convergence Medicine, Asan Medical Institute of Convergence Science and Technology (AMIST), University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympicro-43gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05505, Korea.
- Biomedical Engineering Research Center, Asan Institute of Life Sciences, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympicro-43gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05505, Korea.
| | - Yoon Ok Jang
- Department of Convergence Medicine, Asan Medical Institute of Convergence Science and Technology (AMIST), University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympicro-43gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05505, Korea.
- Biomedical Engineering Research Center, Asan Institute of Life Sciences, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympicro-43gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05505, Korea.
| | - Yong Shin
- Department of Convergence Medicine, Asan Medical Institute of Convergence Science and Technology (AMIST), University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympicro-43gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05505, Korea.
- Biomedical Engineering Research Center, Asan Institute of Life Sciences, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympicro-43gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05505, Korea.
| |
Collapse
|
31
|
Li CR, Feng HM, Zhao JY, Li Z, Bian B, Meng TH, Hu XY, Wang H, Xiao X. Supramolecular Interaction Between Cucurbit[8]uril and the Quinolone Antibiotic Ofloxacin. Aust J Chem 2019. [DOI: 10.1071/ch19341] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
Abstract
The host–guest inclusion complex of cucurbit[8]uril (Q[8]) and ofloxacin (OFLX) has been prepared and characterised by means of 1H NMR spectroscopy, MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry, isothermal titration calorimetry (ITC), fluorescence spectroscopy, and UV-vis absorption spectroscopy. The findings demonstrated that a host–guest inclusion complex could be formed through an encapsulation of the methylmorpholine and piperazine rings in OFLX. ITC results indicated that the formation of this inclusion complex (1:1 molar ratio) was primarily dependent on enthalpy and entropy changes. In addition, the release of OFLX from the inclusion complex was increased under acidic conditions.
Collapse
|
32
|
Miskolczy Z, Megyesi M, Toke O, Biczók L. Change of the kinetics of inclusion in cucurbit[7]uril upon hydrogenation and methylation of palmatine. Phys Chem Chem Phys 2019; 21:4912-4919. [DOI: 10.1039/c8cp07231k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
Abstract
The negative activation entropy of tetrahydropalmatine inclusion makes the entry into cucurbit[7]uril significantly slower than in the case of dehydrocorydaline.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Zsombor Miskolczy
- Institute of Materials and Environmental Chemistry
- Research Centre for Natural Sciences
- Hungarian Academy of Sciences
- 1519 Budapest
- Hungary
| | - Mónika Megyesi
- Institute of Materials and Environmental Chemistry
- Research Centre for Natural Sciences
- Hungarian Academy of Sciences
- 1519 Budapest
- Hungary
| | - Orsolya Toke
- Laboratory for NMR Spectroscopy
- Research Centre for Natural Sciences
- Hungarian Academy of Sciences
- 1519 Budapest
- Hungary
| | - László Biczók
- Institute of Materials and Environmental Chemistry
- Research Centre for Natural Sciences
- Hungarian Academy of Sciences
- 1519 Budapest
- Hungary
| |
Collapse
|