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BEDB: a comprehensive binding energy database for molecular docking and dynamics: insights into Human Metapneumovirus
Farhan Ullah1, Wajeeha Rahman2, Anees Ullah3
1Lab for Computational and Structural Biology, College of Life Science and Technology, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1037# Luoyu Road, Wuhan, Hubei, 430074, China.
Abstract:
Biological databases play a crucial role in life sciences research by organizing vast amounts of data, enabling efficient access and analysis. Numerous databases have been published across various research areas, yet there remains a need for updated platforms in the field of molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulation research. To address this gap, we have developed an extensive and user-friendly platform focused on compiling the binding energies of compounds associated with a wide range of biological activities. The database offers free access to data on 1321 compounds, including abstracts, references, isomeric SMILES, and 22 molecular properties. Researchers can also securely store their docking and screening data. To demonstrate its capabilities, molecular docking was performed on the top 10 compounds with the best binding energies against human metapneumovirus (HMPV) using AutoDock Vina and the crystal structure (PDB ID: 8FPJ). MK-3207 and Etoposide exhibited docking scores of -10.3 and -9.6, respectively. The top two compounds were further selected for MD simulations, confirming stable binding interactions with the viral protein. Additional compounds, including Teniposide, UK432097, 85019940, Setileuton, Orvepitan, Cep-11981, Tadalafil, and VS-5584, were also analyzed, providing further insights into their binding mechanisms and potential therapeutic relevance. The database is developed using PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python and is freely accessible at https://www.pbed.habdsk.org/.
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