Molecular interactions with bovine serum albumin, antibacterial activity, and photophysical characterization of 4-thioxo chromen-2-one derivatives: Integrated biophysical and computational analysis
Available online 16 August 2026
The functional profile of 4-thioxo chromen-2-one analogues, including antimicrobial efficacy, serum protein binding, and photophysical properties, remains largely unexplored despite the pharmacological...
Design and synthesis of an anthracene-chalcone derivative as a novel carbonic anhydrase II inhibitor: A combined DFT, molecular docking and dynamic simulation study
Available online 15 August 2026
Anthracene and chalcone-based derivatives possess diverse pharmacological properties; however, comprehensive studies integrating their synthesis, structural characterization, quantum chemical investigation,...
Zafirlukast exerts anti-tumor effects in colorectal cancer by targeting CysLTR1 to suppress PIK3AP1/PI3K/AKT signaling
Available online 15 August 2026
Colorectal cancer (CRC) remains one of the most prevalent malignancies worldwide with high mortality, largely due to local recurrence and distant metastasis. Cysteinyl leukotriene receptor 1 (CysLTR1)...
ANKRD30A (NY-BR-1): current evidence, biological functions, and translational potential in cancer, immunity, and reproductive biology
Available online 15 August 2026
ANKRD30A (Ankyrin Repeat Domain 30 A), also known as NY-BR-1, is a tissue-restricted gene initially identified as a breast cancer-associated antigen and later classified as a cancer-testis antigen due...
Molecular docking-guided target identification: Formononetin targets ALOX15 to ameliorate IL-13-induced inflammation, ferroptosis and pyroptosis in nasal epithelial cells
Available online 11 August 2026
Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a prevalent chronic inflammatory disease of the nasal mucosa characterized by elevated levels of T helper 2 cytokines, particularly interleukin-13 (IL-13). Formononetin (FMNT)...
Baicalin ameliorates interleukin-1β-induced inflammation, apoptosis, oxidative stress, and extracellular matrix degradation by regulating COL1A2 expression in chondrocytes
Available online 11 August 2026
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent degenerative joint disorder characterized by progressive cartilage destruction. Interleukin-1β (IL-1β) is a pivotal pro-inflammatory cytokine that drives OA pathogenesis...
Machine learning-driven identification and molecular docking prediction of core therapeutic targets of Baoyuan Danshen Xiefei Decoction in chronic heart failure
Available online 11 August 2026
Chronic heart failure (CHF), a life-threatening complex syndrome, remains a clinical challenge with persistently unmet therapeutic needs. Although the modified Baoyuan Danshen Xiefei Decoction (BDXD)...
A rifampin-loaded porous bioceramic box as a drug delivery system for spinal tuberculosis
June 2026
With the increasing incidence of spinal tuberculosis in recent years, existing treatments cannot fully meet clinical requirements. Novel localized drug delivery systems are urgently needed for efficient...
Targeting EGFR/PI3K/AKT signaling mediates the anti-tumor effect of Ginsenoside CK in oral cancer
June 2026
Oral cancer (OC) is a common malignancy with high recurrence and mortality. Ginsenoside compound K (GCK), a bioactive metabolite of ginsenosides, has shown potent anti-tumor properties. However, its...
Periplaneta americana extracts induce PI3K/AKT signaling and mitochondrial function enhancement to promote liver regeneration through MCJ down-regulation
June 2026
Studies have shown that Periplaneta americana extracts (PAEs) affect liver regeneration (LR). However, their effects on cell proliferation, mitochondrial activity and related signaling pathways, as...
Phillyrin attenuates inflammatory and ferroptosis-related responses in experimental acute lung injury with potential involvement of JAK2/STAT1 signaling
June 2026
Infection-induced acute lung injury (ALI) is a life-threatening clinical condition characterized by severe pulmonary inflammation. Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) is a core mediator of infectious acute pulmonary...
Croton caudatus Geiseler: Ethnomedicinal roots, phytochemical diversity, and anticancer relevance with implications for hepatocellular carcinoma
June 2026
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a major global health concern due to its high morbidity, limited therapeutic options, frequent recurrence, and treatment-associated toxicity. Croton caudatus Geiseler...
Integrating weighted gene co-expression network analysis and machine learning reveals that RETN drives Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus-induced lung epithelial cell injury by regulating inflammation and oxidative stress
June 2026
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) represents an opportunistic pathogen capable of causing severe bacterial pneumonia. Resistin (RETN) is a systemic immune-derived proinflammatory cytokine,...
In-silico evaluation of zeaxanthin and riboflavin from moringa oleifera as potential insulin receptor modulators for diabetes management
June 2026
Diabetes mellitus represents a metabolic disorder characterized by persistent insulin resistance. Standard synthetic medications produce adverse side effects and elevate healthcare costs. This situation...
Screening of key genes associated with trigeminal neuralgia and experimental study on topiramate targeting CA2 for anti-neuroinflammatory and anti-oxidative effects in LPS-induced human microglia
June 2026
Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a severe neurological pain condition affecting the quality of human life. The purpose of this research was to screen the key genes and search for candidate drugs, and elucidate...
Expression of ZNF521 in glioma and its role in promoting temozolomide resistance by regulating tumor cell stemness
June 2026
The current study investigated the expression pattern and clinical significance of zinc finger protein 521 (ZNF521) in patients with glioma and effects of ZNF521 knockdown on glioma cell growth, tumorsphere-forming...
Persistent andexanet thromboembolic signals among reversal agents in FAERS
June 2026
Idarucizumab, andexanet alfa, and four-factor prothrombin complex concentrate (4F-PCC) are the principal strategies for anticoagulant reversal. In December 2025, andexanet alfa was withdrawn from the...
Network pharmacology combined with molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulation to analyze the pharmacological mechanisms of Xueshuantong injection in the treatment of fracture
June 2026
As a common clinical orthopedic injury, the healing process of fracture involves a complex molecular regulatory network. Xueshuantong injection (XI) containing (Ginsenoside Rb1, Ginsenoside Rg1, and...
Copper indium selenium nanozyme for atherosclerosis therapy by redox rebalancing and senescence suppression
June 2026
Atherosclerosis is a leading cause of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. It is initiated by endothelial injury and progresses through persistent oxidative stress, endothelial senescence, and macrophage...
Desvenlafaxine loaded transferosome for enhanced brain drug delivery: In-vitro characterization, radiolabeling and in-vivo biodistribution studies
June 2026
This study aimed to evaluate the potential of transferosome-based nanocarriers for enhancing brain delivery of desvenlafaxine (DSV). Improving central nervous system uptake of antidepressants remains...
Design, synthesis, and biological insights of a novel imidazole-based heterocycle: A combined spectroscopic and DFT approach
June 2026
A new imidazole-based heterocycle, 4-(2-(2-(4-isopropylphenyl)-4,5-diphenyl-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethyl)morpholine, was synthesized via a one-pot multicomponent reaction and its structure was confirmed by...
Integrated analysis of network pharmacology, machine learning, and cell experiments revealed the mechanism by which Neoastilbin (a component of Xiaobi Pill) alleviates rheumatoid arthritis in vitro via targeting the MMP13/NF-κB pathway
June 2026
In recent years, various Chinese medicines have been widely applied in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). This study integrated network pharmacology, machine learning, and cell experiments,...
GC–MS profiling, molecular modeling, and pharmacological evaluation of a polyherbal formulation of Curcuma longa, Zingiber officinale, and Allium sativum against Plasmodium berghei
June 2026
Curcuma longa (turmeric), Zingiber officinale (ginger), and Allium sativum (garlic) are widely used in traditional medicine, often in combination, for the management of febrile illnesses, including...
Discovery of highly potent and metabolically stable Gliocidin derivative for the treatment of glioblastoma
June 2026
Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is the most common and malignant primary brain tumor in the central nervous system. Gliocidin has been identified as a new anti-GBM agent in a previous report, but its...
Combating antimicrobial resistance: Exploring new scaffolds and mechanistic insights
June 2026
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has emerged as a critical global health threat, compromising the effectiveness of existing antimicrobial therapies and contributing to increased morbidity, mortality,...