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Molecular docking as a tool for the discovery of molecular targets of nutraceuticals in diseases management

📅 August 17, 2023 👤 Peter Chinedu Agu, Celestine Azubuike Afiukwa, O.U. Orji et al. 📖 Scientific Reports 📊 1,047 citations

🤖 Plain-English Summary

Molecular docking is a computational technique that predicts the binding affinity of ligands to receptor proteins. It may offer information about how nutraceuticals work and support the creation of new therapeutics.

🔑 Key Findings

  • Although it has potential uses in nutraceutical research, it has developed into a formidable tool for drug development.
  • Bioactive substances called nutraceuticals are present in food sources and can be used in the management of diseases.
  • Finding their molecular targets can help in the creation of disease-specific new therapies.

💡 Why This Matters

Understanding this could lead to better treatments, improved diagnostics, or a deeper grasp of how the human body works — benefiting patient care globally.

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📋 Article Details

Category 🧬 Medicine & Biology
Published Aug 17, 2023
Journal Scientific Reports
Authors Peter Chinedu Agu, Celestine Azubuike Afiukwa, O.U. Orji, Ernest Mbamalu Ezeh, Ifeanyi Harrison Ofoke
DOI 10.1038/s41598-023-40160-2
Citations 1,047
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