Targeting CDK6 in hormone receptor-positive breast cancer: inhibitor discovery for precision oncology through
Zeenat Khatoon1, Mohammad Khalid2, Mohammed H Alqarni2
1Class One Systems S&T Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, India.
Abstract:
CDK6 is a critical protein involved in the regulation of the cell cycle, playing an important role in the progression from the G1 to S phase. In breast cancer, dysregulation of this protein is involved in tumour development and progression, particularly in hormone receptor-positive (HR+) breast cancers. The upregulation of CDK6 have been observed in a subset of breast cancers, leading to uncontrolled progression of the cell cycle and increased proliferation of cells. The purpose of this abstract is to provide an outline of CDK6's role. In breast cancer and the therapeutic strategies targeting CDK6 using specific selected inhibitors. To discover viable therapeutic candidates after competitive inhibition of CDK6 with a small molecular drug complex, high throughput screening and docking studies were used. Further, we carried the compounds based on ADMET properties and prediction of activity spectra for substances analysis. Finally, two different compounds were selected to carry out MD simulations. CDK6-IMPHY002642 and CDK6-IMPHY005260 are the two compounds that were identified. Overall, our results suggest that the CDK6-IMPHY002642 and CDK6-IMPHY005260 complex was relatively stable during the simulation. The compounds that have been found can also be further examined as potential therapeutic possibilities. The combined findings suggest that CDK6, together with their genetic changes, can be investigated in therapeutic interventions for precision oncology, leveraging early diagnostics and target-driven therapy.
Insights
This study identifies two novel compounds, CDK6-IMPHY002642 and CDK6-IMPHY005260, as potential inhibitors of CDK6. These compounds show promise for targeted therapy in breast cancer by regulating cell cycle progression.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Molecular Biology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Cyclin-dependent kinase 6 (CDK6) is crucial for cell cycle regulation, specifically G1 to S phase progression.
- Dysregulated CDK6 is implicated in breast cancer development and progression, particularly in hormone receptor-positive subtypes.
- Upregulation of CDK6 drives uncontrolled cell proliferation in certain breast cancers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the role of CDK6 in breast cancer.
- To identify and evaluate novel therapeutic strategies targeting CDK6 using specific inhibitors.
- To discover viable drug candidates through computational screening and simulation.
Main Methods:
- High throughput screening and molecular docking studies were employed to identify potential CDK6 inhibitors.
- Compounds were analyzed for ADMET properties and activity spectra.
- Molecular dynamics (MD) simulations were performed on selected compounds.
Main Results:
- Two compounds, CDK6-IMPHY002642 and CDK6-IMPHY005260, were identified as potential CDK6 inhibitors.
- MD simulations indicated a stable complex formation between CDK6 and the identified compounds.
- The identified compounds demonstrated potential as therapeutic agents.
Conclusions:
- CDK6-IMPHY002642 and CDK6-IMPHY005260 represent promising candidates for further investigation in breast cancer therapy.
- Targeting CDK6, in conjunction with genetic analysis, offers a pathway for precision oncology.
- Early diagnostics and target-driven therapies leveraging CDK6 are key for future interventions.
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