Molecular Mechanisms of Protein Inhibition and Metabolism
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Endocrinology and Metabolism".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2026 | Viewed by 69
Special Issue Editor
Interests: protein chemistry; computational biology
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In the realm of modern molecular science, understanding the intricate mechanisms of protein inhibition and metabolism stands as a cornerstone for advancing biomedical research and therapeutic development. Proteins, as the workhorses of cellular function, are tightly regulated through complex networks of interactions and modifications. Disruptions in these processes can lead to a myriad of diseases, making the study of protein inhibition and metabolism crucial for uncovering novel therapeutic targets and strategies. Given the rapid advancements in computational chemistry and biology, we now have unprecedented opportunities to delve deeper into these molecular intricacies, providing valuable insights that bridge basic science with clinical applications.
The aim of this Special Issue is to compile studies that elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying protein inhibition and metabolism. Researchers in computational chemistry and biology are invited to submit original research/reviews on protein inhibition and metabolism mechanisms, advancing knowledge and therapeutic discovery.
Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Computational modeling of protein-inhibitor interactions and binding affinities.
- Simulation studies on allosteric regulation mechanisms in protein function.
- Computational analysis of post-translational modifications and their impact on protein metabolism.
- Enzymatic pathway simulations and their relevance to protein turnover and disease.
- Identification of therapeutic targets through computational screening and drug design approaches.
We look forward to your valuable contributions, which will undoubtedly enrich our understanding and drive innovation in this exciting field.
Dr. Song Wang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- protein inhibition
- metabolism
- computational chemistry
- molecular modeling
- therapeutic targets
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