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Determination of Protein-ligand Interactions Using Differential Scanning Fluorimetry
Published on: September 13, 2014
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Unveiling Fluorescence Spectroscopy, Molecular Docking and Dynamic Simulations: Interactions Between Protein and 2,
Tapan K Rana1, Patitapaban Mohanty2, Pragyan P Dash2
1Department of Chemistry, Maharaja SriRam Chandra Bhanja Deo University, Baripada, Mayurbhanj, Odisha, India.
Journal of Fluorescence
|October 18, 2024
Summary
This study reveals that electrostatic interactions drive the binding between bovine serum albumin (BSA) and a Schiff base compound (L). These findings offer insights into protein-ligand complex formation and potential biochemical applications.
Area of Science:
- Biochemistry
- Spectroscopy
- Molecular Interactions
Background:
- Bovine serum albumin (BSA) is a crucial protein in biological systems.
- Schiff base compounds have diverse biochemical applications.
- Understanding protein-ligand interactions is vital for drug delivery and biochemistry.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the interaction mechanism between BSA and a Schiff base compound (L).
- To investigate binding affinity and conformational changes.
- To explore potential applications in drug delivery and biochemistry.
Main Methods:
- UV-Vis spectroscopy
- Fluorescence titration analysis
- Thermodynamic parameter calculation
- Molecular docking and dynamic analysis
Main Results:
- Fluorescence quenching emission observed at 343 nm indicates static binding.
- Thermodynamic parameters (∆H, ∆G, ∆S) suggest electrostatic interactions are primary.
- Experimental and theoretical results showed excellent agreement.
Conclusions:
- The binding between BSA and compound L is primarily driven by electrostatic forces.
- The study provides a detailed understanding of the protein-ligand complex formation.
- Findings support potential applications in drug delivery and biochemical research.

