Key result
An NMR-based screen identified a biphenyl ether compound that inhibits the DNA binding of the HPV-E2 protein with an IC50 of approximately 10 microM, serving as a lead for antiviral development.
Population
DNA-binding domain of the human papillomavirus (HPV) E2 protein
Design
Preclinical
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Offers an early lead for HPV antivirals; hypothesis-generating and requires optimization before any clinical consideration.
Effect estimate: IC50 ~10 microM
The study identifies a lead compound that inhibits HPV E2 protein binding to DNA, providing a potential basis for developing antiviral agents against HPV.
Hajduk et al. (1997) studied Human papillomavirus (HPV). Biphenyl and biphenyl ether compounds (e.g., 5-(3'-(3",5"-dichlorophenoxy)-phenyl)-2,4-pentadienoic acid) was evaluated on Inhibition of E2 binding to DNA (IC50 ~10 microM). An NMR-based screen identified a biphenyl ether compound that inhibits the DNA binding of the HPV-E2 protein with an IC50 of approximately 10 microM, serving as a lead for antiviral development.
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