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Description

Aurora utilizes principles of quantum mechanics and thermodynamics alongside a sophisticated continuous water model to assess the solvation effects on ligand binding affinities. This methodology is significantly different from the traditional scoring functions typically employed for predicting binding affinities. By integrating entropy and aqueous electrostatic contributions directly into the computations, Aurora's algorithms yield far more precise and reliable binding free energy values. The interaction between a ligand and a protein is fundamentally defined by the binding free energy value. This free energy (F) serves as a thermodynamic measure that correlates directly with the experimentally determined inhibition constant (IC50), influenced by factors such as electrostatic interactions, quantum effects, aqueous solvation forces, and the statistical characteristics of the molecules involved. Non-additivity in F arises primarily from two key components: the electrostatic and solvation energy, and the entropy, which together contribute to the complexity of ligand-protein interactions. Understanding these contributions is essential for the accurate prediction of binding affinities in drug design and molecular biology.

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Site-Identification by Ligand Competitive Saturation (SILCS) produces three-dimensional maps, known as FragMaps, that illustrate how different chemical functional groups interact with a specific target molecule. By revealing the complexities of molecular dynamics, SILCS offers tools that enhance the optimization of ligand scaffolds through both qualitative and quantitative insights into binding pockets, thereby streamlining the drug design process. This approach employs a range of small molecule probes, each featuring diverse functional groups, alongside explicit solvent modeling and accommodating the flexibility of the target molecule to effectively map protein targets. Furthermore, the technique allows researchers to visualize advantageous interactions with the target macromolecule. With these insights, scientists can strategically design improved ligands with functional groups situated in optimal positions for enhanced efficacy. The innovative nature of SILCS represents a significant advancement in the field of medicinal chemistry.

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Web-Based
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Windows
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Vendor Details

Company Name

Aurora Fine Chemicals

Founded

1990

Country

United States

Website

aurorafinechemicals.com/drug-discovery-software.html

Vendor Details

Company Name

SilcsBio

Founded

2012

Country

United States

Website

silcsbio.com/software/

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