Research Area · 01

Protein Kinase Inhibitor Discovery

Molecular design, screening and chemical optimization of inhibitors, with a primary focus on protein kinase CK2.

Scientific illustration for Protein kinase inhibitor discovery

We are open to collaboration in joint research and applied projects, spanning computational modeling, analytical studies, and hypothesis testing to the publication of findings, joint grant applications, and product development.

Methods and Approaches

IN SILICO

Computer-Aided Molecular Design

Target-structure analysis, molecular docking, virtual screening, molecular dynamics and SAR analysis.

CHEMISTRY

Synthesis and Optimization

Design and synthesis of analogue series and targeted structural modification to improve potency and selectivity.

SCREENING

Biochemical Testing

Primary screening, activity determination and comparison of structural classes in enzyme-based assays.

TRANSLATION

Collaborative Validation

Transfer of the most promising compounds to partner groups for cell-based and advanced biological studies.

Principal Classes of CK2 Inhibitors Developed

Research Team

Preparation of analogues and systematic improvement of potency, selectivity and physicochemical properties.

Publications

Results from our CK2 inhibitor research are presented in the Department’s selected publications.

Let’s Collaborate

We welcome collaboration on interdisciplinary biomedical research.

We are open to collaboration in joint research and applied projects, spanning computational modeling, analytical studies, and hypothesis testing to the publication of findings, joint grant applications, and product development.

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