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  • Molecular Biology
  • Pharmacology

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  • Flavonoids are plant compounds with diverse pharmacological effects.
  • SIRT6, a NAD+-dependent histone deacetylase, is crucial in longevity, metabolism, DNA repair, and inflammation.
  • SIRT6 is a potential therapeutic target for metabolic diseases, inflammatory conditions, and cancer.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the structure-dependent effects of flavonoids on SIRT6 activity.
  • To identify specific flavonoids that inhibit or activate SIRT6.
  • To elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying flavonoid-SIRT6 interactions.

Main Methods:

  • In vitro enzymatic assays to measure SIRT6 activity.
  • Cell-based assays (Caco-2 cells) to assess SIRT6 expression.
  • Molecular docking studies to predict binding sites and interactions.

Main Results:

  • Flavonoids modulate SIRT6 activity in a structure-dependent manner.
  • Catechin derivatives with a galloyl moiety showed significant SIRT6 inhibition.
  • Cyanidin, an anthocyanidin, acted as a potent SIRT6 activator, increasing activity up to 55-fold and enhancing SIRT6 expression in cells.
  • Docking studies suggested distinct binding sites for inhibitors and activators, with activators potentially influencing a loop near the substrate binding site.

Conclusions:

  • Flavonoids represent a promising class of compounds for modulating SIRT6 activity.
  • Specific flavonoids, such as cyanidin, demonstrate potential as SIRT6 activators for therapeutic applications.
  • Understanding the structure-activity relationships of flavonoids and SIRT6 can guide the development of novel treatments for SIRT6-related diseases.