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Talarolide A and Talaropeptides A-D: Potential Marine-Derived Therapeutic Peptides with Interesting Chemistry and Biological Activity Studied through Density Functional Theory (DFT) and Conceptual DFT

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These authors contributed equally to this work.
Version 1 : Received: 30 August 2023 / Approved: 31 August 2023 / Online: 1 September 2023 (12:00:13 CEST)

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Flores-Holguín, N.; Salas-Leiva, J.S.; Glossman-Mitnik, D. Talarolide A and Talaropeptides A–D: Potential Marine-Derived Therapeutic Peptides with Interesting Chemistry and Biological Activity Studied through Density Functional Theory (DFT) and Conceptual DFT. Molecules 2023, 28, 6708. Flores-Holguín, N.; Salas-Leiva, J.S.; Glossman-Mitnik, D. Talarolide A and Talaropeptides A–D: Potential Marine-Derived Therapeutic Peptides with Interesting Chemistry and Biological Activity Studied through Density Functional Theory (DFT) and Conceptual DFT. Molecules 2023, 28, 6708.

Abstract

Molecules sourced from marine environments hold immense promise for the development of novel therapeutic drugs, owing to their distinctive chemical compositions and valuable medicinal attributes. Notably, Talarolide A and Talaropeptides A-D have gained recent attention as potential candidates for pharmaceutical applications. This study aims to explore the chemical reactivity of Talarolide A and Talaropeptides A-D through the application of molecular modeling and computational chemistry techniques, specifically employing Conceptual Density Functional Theory (CDFT). By investigating their chemical behaviors, the study seeks to contribute to the understanding of the potential pharmacological uses of these marine-derived compounds. The investigation involves the utilization of molecular modeling and computational chemistry tools, with a specific focus on Conceptual DFT. These techniques are applied to examine the chemical reactivity of Talarolide A and Talaropeptides A-D, shedding light on their potential for interacting with various biological targets. The research reveals insights into the chemical reactivity of Talarolide A and Talaropeptides A-D, uncovering active reaction sites and potential biological targets. Talarolide A demonstrates robust anti-inflammatory properties and antitumor activity against diverse cancer cell lines, while Talaropeptide A displays antimicrobial efficacy against both bacteria and fungi. The study underscores the significance of comprehending the chemical reactivity of natural marine products for advancing pharmaceutical development. By employing computational tools such as Conceptual DFT, this research uncovers crucial information about the active sites and potential targets of Talarolide A and Talaropeptides A-D. The findings contribute to the broader understanding of marine-derived peptides and their prospects as pharmaceutical agents, though further investigations are necessary to fully elucidate their pharmacological attributes.

Keywords

Talaloride A; Talaropeptides A-D; DFT; Conceptual DFT; KID; Cheminformatics; Pharmacokinetics

Subject

Chemistry and Materials Science, Theoretical Chemistry

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