This subproject is one of many research subprojects utilizing the resources provided by a Center grant funded by NIH/NCRR. Primary support for the subproject and the subproject's principal investigator may have been provided by other sources, including other NIH sources. The Total Cost listed for the subproject likely represents the estimated amount of Center infrastructure utilized by the subproject, not direct funding provided by the NCRR grant to the subproject or subproject staff. ABSTRACT This research project forges collaborations between a junior investigator (Cooperwood) and senior investigators (Du, Redda and Ablordeppey) who have vast knowledge in research. While some success in the treatment of breast cancer have been attained in the recent years through early detection and adjuvant systemic treatment, the incidence of this disease has steadily been on the incline. Endocrine therapy has been proven to be effective against estrogen receptor (ER) positive breast cancer through antagonism of estrogen at its receptor. We plan to target the ER using steroidal base compounds and flavonoids. We have several compounds, which have been designed and synthesized with inhibitory activity against MCF-7 breast cancer cells similar to that 4-hydroxytamoxifen. Another drug targeted disease state of interest is MRSA infections. Drs. Cooperwood, Du and Ablordeppey are involved in research concerning design of potential drugs for the treatment of MRSA and other infections. Among the major pathogens responsible for nosocomial infections is Staphylococcus aureus. Antibiotics have become less effective against S. aureus because the bacteria mutate to resist current treatments. While attempts to obtain vaccines are in the works, there is a need to develop new drugs against S. aureus, and more specifically against MRSA. Hypotheses: The design and synthesis of anti-breast cancer agents are based upon our FlexX molecular model. All of test compounds with MCF-7 inhibitory growth activity have rigid structures (steroids mentioned in preliminary studies) bearing two hydroxyl groups with a separation distance similar to that of estradiol with one hydroxyl group forming an alkylamino ether. We conceptualize that it may be possible to improve MCF-7 inhibitory growth activity by extension of alkylamino side chain. Furthermore, our FlexX molecular model strongly suggests that these concepts can be applied to other rigid structures such as flavonoids and chalcones. The design and synthesis of anti-Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria agents are based upon previously synthesized compounds that displayed activity. We conceptualize that by changing the electronic and hydrophobic characteristic of substituents on the phenyl portion of N-alkyl 3- Phenylthioquinolinium will improve potency and reduce cytotoxicity. The goals of this pilot are to design synthesis and develop drug candidates with activities against breast cancer and anti-MRSA agents. To achieve these goals, we will elicit the collaboration of individuals who have an invested interest in various disease states to carry out the specific aims which are to (1) design, synthesize and evaluate the pharmacological activities of compounds as potential anti-breast cancer, anti-Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA);and (2) lead compound(s) optimization based upon pharmacological activities and molecular modeling studies.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Center for Research Resources (NCRR)
Type
Research Centers in Minority Institutions Award (G12)
Project #
5G12RR003020-27
Application #
8357114
Study Section
Special Emphasis Panel (ZRR1-RI-3 (01))
Project Start
2011-06-01
Project End
2012-05-31
Budget Start
2011-06-01
Budget End
2012-05-31
Support Year
27
Fiscal Year
2011
Total Cost
$93,636
Indirect Cost
Name
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Department
Pharmacology
Type
Schools of Pharmacy
DUNS #
623751831
City
Tallahassee
State
FL
Country
United States
Zip Code
32307
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