Scientists at Agharkar Research Institute in Pune have developed new molecules to treat Alzheimer’s Disease. These non-toxic molecules could revolutionize the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.
Development of Non-Toxic Molecules for Alzheimer’s Treatment
- Innovative Research: Developed by Agharkar Research Institute, Pune.
- Study Methods: Combination of synthetic, computational, and in-vitro studies.
- Disease Focus: Alzheimer’s Disease, the most common form of dementia.
Alzheimer’s Disease: Key Research Findings
- Global Impact: 60-70% of the 55 million dementia cases are Alzheimer’s.
- Synthetic Yields: Rapid one-pot, three-component reaction used.
- Molecule Potency: Assessed through in-vitro screening methods.
- Enzyme Selectivity: Molecules selective for acetylcholinesterase.
- Stability: Good stability in enzyme pockets during molecular dynamics simulation.
Potential of New Molecules
- Cholinesterase Inhibitors: Increase acetylcholine availability.
- Treatment Prospects: Effective for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
- Future Research: Plans to synthesize novel analogues with additional anti-AD properties.
The development of these new molecules marks a significant advancement in treating Alzheimer’s Disease. With further optimization, these molecules have the potential to become dual anti-cholinesterase drugs.
FAQs
- Who developed the new molecules for Alzheimer’s treatment?
- Scientists from Agharkar Research Institute, Pune.
- What is the main focus of the new molecules?
- To treat Alzheimer’s Disease.
- How common is Alzheimer’s among dementia cases?
- It constitutes around 75% of all dementia cases.
- What study methods were used to develop the molecules?
- Synthetic, computational, and in-vitro studies.
- What enzymes are the new molecules selective for?
- Acetylcholinesterase.
- How many people worldwide are estimated to have Alzheimer’s?
- 60-70% of the 55 million people with dementia.
- What is the role of cholinesterase inhibitors?
- They increase the availability of acetylcholine, important for memory and learning.
- What additional properties are researchers planning to add to the molecules?
- Additional anti-AD properties.
- What will the future studies focus on?
- Synthesizing novel substituted carbazole and chromene clubbed analogues.
- What other diseases could benefit from these new molecules?
- Parkinson’s Disease, along with Alzheimer’s.
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