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Efficient Generation of Specific Counting Polynomials and their Subsequent Indices of Complex Boric Acid Structure
Sahaya Vijay Jeyaraj1, Roy Santiago1, Chandra Sekar Ponnusamy2
1Department of Mathematics, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, 632014, India.
Current Organic Synthesis
|February 3, 2026
Summary
Boric acid exhibits antifungal properties beneficial for treating Candida vaginitis. This study characterizes its chemical properties and identifies key antifungal indicators for effective medication development.
Area of Science:
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Mycology
- Computational Chemistry
Background:
- Boric acid is a weak Lewis acid with antifungal properties.
- It is used to treat Candida vaginitis by inhibiting Candida yeast growth.
Purpose of the Study:
- To characterize the physical and chemical properties of boric acid.
- To identify antifungal properties conducive to effective antifungal medications for Candida vaginitis.
Main Methods:
- The Djokovic-Winkler relation was used to analyze molecular graph distances.
- Analytical and computational techniques were employed for property characterization.
Main Results:
- Boric acid's physical and chemical properties relevant to Candida vaginitis treatment were characterized.
- New indices (Sadhana and PI) were introduced to quantify antifungal properties.
Conclusions:
- The study provides insights into boric acid's antifungal mechanisms.
- The developed indices can aid in identifying and optimizing antifungal agents.
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