Articles tagged with Bioactivity
Researchers at RUDN University synthesized isoquinoline derivatives with potential biological activity, including bactericidal and antileukemic properties. The team developed a new method for isolating the compounds, which may be effective in treating Alzheimer's disease by inhibiting certain enzymes.
Scientists discovered that biological activity in sea spray affects the chemical composition of aerosol particles, making them more complex and diverse. This finding could improve the accuracy of atmospheric and climate models, which play a crucial role in understanding the impact of sea spray on climate.
Researchers at Pitt have identified a new family of enzymes that can efficiently synthesize the complex polycyclic structures found in potent antimicrobial and antitumor alkaloids. This breakthrough enables the chemoenzymatic synthesis of these molecules, paving the way for potential drug discoveries.
Researchers discovered a world of biological activity beneath the Arctic's polar night, with diverse species reproducing and thriving in the darkness. The findings raise questions about how marine species adapt to the changing climate and highlight the importance of this period for ecosystem reproduction.
A study reveals that disrupting daily rhythms of gut microbes due to jet lag can cause obesity and metabolic issues. This disruption leads to changes in the microbial community, favoring bacteria linked to obesity and metabolic disease.
Researchers found a wide range of biological activity, including microbes degrading hydrocarbons and fixing carbon, in the deepest layer of ocean crust. The discovery has significant implications for carbon storage and fixation, and may provide a new concept for reducing carbon emissions.
A University of Illinois study demonstrates that agronomic practices can significantly increase the cancer-fighting compounds in broccoli and tomatoes. Selenium-treated broccoli was found to have six times higher levels of one compound and exhibited increased bioactivity, particularly in the liver.
A new computer program called Scaffold Hunter helps researchers identify potential active agents for cancer and malaria treatment by navigating the vast ocean of molecules. The program generates maps of chemically-related structures and links them to biological activity, identifying promising candidates.
Researchers discovered that freezing slows down protein movements, preserving their biological activity. This phenomenon enables frozen biological materials to be stored for extended periods without spoiling.
A new study found that elderly men with higher IGF-1 bioactivity have a significantly lower mortality rate compared to those with low bioactivity. The researchers used a new method to measure IGF-1 function, which revealed the association between high circulating IGF-1 bioactivity and extended survival.
A new screening approach can accurately profile compounds in large chemical libraries, speeding the production of data for biological activities and identifying potential drug targets. This advance enables a more complete pharmacological characterization of compounds than traditional methods.
A New York chemist has made groundbreaking discoveries in synthesizing molecules, including pharmaceuticals, using a novel approach. His research reveals the importance of controlling the 'handedness' of compounds and introduces new reactions using pseudoephedrine.