Avijit Mazumder

Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology(Pharmacy Institute) · PHARMACY

Dysregulation of cellular signaling pathways leads to changes in proliferation, differentiation, and apoptosis, leading to cancer. This review aims to provide insight into the major three signaling pathways implicated in cancer development and progression: the Hedgehog (Hh), Phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K), and Notch pathways. Abnormal activation...

A series of 1‐(piperazin‐1‐yl)‐2‐((5‐(pyridin‐4‐yl)‐1,3,4‐oxadiazol‐2‐yl)thio)ethan‐1‐one derivatives (9a–l) were prepared using a multistep reaction between 2‐chloro‐1‐(piperazin‐1yl)ethan‐1‐one derivatives (4a–l) and 5‐(pyridine‐4‐yl)‐1,3,4‐oxadiazole‐2‐thiol (8) and studied their diuretic potential by following established in vivo and in silico...

In a green, one-pot approach, several 5-naphthalen-1-yl-5,10-dihydro-1H-pyrimidoi-[4,5-b]-iquinoline-2,4-dionesi (4a-k) were synthesized via a three-component reaction comprising substituted anilines, naphthaldehyde, and barbituric acids. The reaction conditions were optimized by testing different catalysts (PTSA, CF3COOH, and L-proline) and differ...

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a long-lasted, inflammatory, systemic autoimmune disease that predominantly manifests in people between the ages of 30 and 50 Rheumatoid arthritis is characterized by more than a half-hour of morning stiffness in the affected joints, fever, soreness, swelling, weight loss, tiredness, warm joints, and subcutaneous rheumatoid...

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths globally, accounting for 1.8 million fatalities in 2020. Genetic mutations, chromosomal abnormalities, transcription factors, mutations in tumor suppressor genes, and mutations in oncogenes have all been associated with an increased risk of LC development. Heterogeneity of the disease, resis...

Pyridines/Dihydropyridines is a basic 6-membered organic aza-heterocyclic compound that has garnered the attention of many researchers in recent times. These molecules have been reported with a diverse range of pharmacological activities like anti-coagulant, antileishmanial and anti-trypanosomal, antitubercular agents, anti-microbial, antioxidant,...

Brain-related Neurodegenerative Disorders (NDD) are the leading cause of low life expectancy globally. Brain-targeted drug delivery is required for treating most the NDD via bypassing the blood-brain barrier, and hepatic first-pass metabolism. The nasal-brain drug delivery route has the advantage of locally enhancing drug delivery to the brain, mai...

Aim To Discover novel PTP1B inhibitors by high-throughput virtual screening Background Type 2 Diabetes is a significant global health concern. According to projections, the estimated number of individuals affected by the condition will reach 578 million by the year 2030 and is expected to further increase to 700 million deaths by 2045. Protein Tyr...

The Pummerer rearrangement is extensively utilized for the preparation of various heterocyclic compounds, as well as for the introduction of functional groups such as carbonyl, hydroxyl, and amino groups into organic molecules. The reaction mechanism typically proceeds through an initial electrophilic attack by Lewis acid or another electrophile on...

The synthesis of 3,5-disubstituted pyrazolines, integrated with heterocyclic systems, represents a crucial area of chemical research due to their pharmacological and biological significance. This article reviews various synthetic methods used to prepare 3,5-disubstituted pyrazolines with different heterocyclic groups. The methodology employed in th...

This extensive analysis explores the dynamic interface between precision medicine and diabetes mellitus treatment, with a specific emphasis on wound healing in diabetic populations. Beginning with an insightful introduction, the article underscores the critical importance of effective wound healing within the broader context of diabetes mellitus, w...

Acyl urea compounds have garnered significant attention in cancer therapeutics, particularly for their potential effectiveness against cancers that predominantly affect women, such as breast and ovarian cancers. The paper presents a report on the investigation of acyl urea compounds that are reported to involve a multi-faceted approach, including s...

Cancer has been the cause of the highest number of deaths in the human population despite the development and advancement in treatment therapies. The toxicity, drug resistance, and side effects of the current medicaments and therapies have left the void for more research and development. One of the possibilities to fill this void is by incorporatin...

Hydrazides, derivatives of hydrazine, are widely used in pharmaceuticals, polymers, dyes, herbicides, and as chemical preservatives. A notable application is in synthesizing 1,3,4-oxadiazole, an important aromatic compound with a five-membered heterocyclic ring containing two nitrogen atoms and one oxygen atom. Among the four oxadiazole isomers, 1,...

The fusion of two distinct and free pharmacologically active chemical moieties into single conjugate molecules can result in synergized pharmacological action of both moieties into the new composite molecule. Ultimately, it increases the therapeutic potentialof the newly formed hybrid compound which is more than the combination of each specific moi...

A new series of 2-[4-(1,3-benzothiazole-2-yl)phenoxy]-1(3-substituted-[5-substituted])-1H-pyrazole-1-yl) ethan-1-ones (9a-l) was synthesized by reacting 2-[4-(1,3-benzothiazol-2-yl)phenoxy]acetohydrazide (8) with different chalcones (3a-l). The antibacterial potential of the synthesized compounds was determined by established methods including dete...

Hepatorenal toxicity, characterised by damage to the liver and kidneys due to toxins, chemicals or drugs, poses a significant threat to human health. The intricate metabolic and pathophysiological connection between these vital organs underscores the urgency of effective therapeutic strategies. This article reviews various herbal interventions with...

Autophagy involves breaking down entire cell components, including organelles and macromolecules found in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells, especially proteins with extended lifespans. Pharmacological, therapeutic, and herbal methods are crucial throughout this deteriorating phase. Autophagy is a widespread and historically conserved process that...

MicroRNAs (miRNAs) have emerged as a significant tool in the realm of vaccinology, offering novel approaches to vaccine development. This study investigates the potential of miRNAs in the development of advanced vaccines, with an emphasis on how they regulate immune response and control viral replication. We go over the molecular features of miRNAs...

Oxadiazole is an organic compound featuring a heterocyclic ring housing carbon, oxygen, and nitrogen atoms. Due to their heightened stability in biological environments, oxadiazole rings exhibit significant biological activities, effectively addressing health challenges like infectious diseases and chronic conditions in medicinal chemistry. The mai...

Piperazines, a class of heterocyclic compounds, have garnered significant attention in the field of organic synthesis due to their diverse pharmacological activities and widespread applications in medicinal chemistry. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the recent advancements in the synthesis of piperazines, highlighting innovative me...

Glucose monitoring is essential for managing diabetes, and continuous glucose monitoring biosensors can offer real-time monitoring with little invasiveness. However, challenges remain in improving sensor accuracy, selectivity, and overall performance. This article aims to review current trends and recent advancements in glucose-monitoring biosensor...

The most common heterocyclic aromatic molecule with potential uses in industry and medicine is quinoline. Its chemical formula is C9H7N, and it has a distinctive double-ring structure with a pyridine moiety fused with a benzene ring. Various synthetic approaches synthesize quinoline derivatives. These approaches include solvent-free synthetic appro...

Quinoline is a general group of heterocyclic compounds that have garnered much interest in medicinal chemistry and drug development due to their wide range of pharmacological effects. Pyridine ring fused with benzene defines the class of chemical compounds known as quinolines. Quinoline is a weak tertiary base, also known as 1-aza-naphthalene. Nume...

Background Alzheimer's disease (AD) is marked by cognitive decline along with the presence of mental symptoms, most notably psychosis. Although antipsychotic drugs are commonly recommended to treat these symptoms, there is ongoing discussion on the safety and effectiveness of these drugs in AD patients. The therapeutic management of Alzheimer’s dis...

The versatile basic structure of piperazine allows for the development and production of newer bioactive molecules that can be used to treat a wide range of diseases. Piperazine derivatives are unique and can easily be modified for the desired pharmacological activity. The two opposing nitrogen atoms in a six‐membered piperazine ring offer a large...

Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) is swiftly emerging as a prevalent clinical concern within the elderly demographic. Willoughby spearheaded the pioneering investigation into the evolution of memory decline spanning from the age of 20 to 70. Employing a computerized substitution examination, he pinpointed a zenith in memory prowess at the age of 22,...

Arthritis, a prevalent inflammatory joint condition, presents challenges for effective therapeutic interventions, with conventional treatments often limited in efficacy and associated with adverse effects. Recent years have witnessed a growing interest in exploring natural compounds, particularly phytoconstituents, renowned for their anti-inflammat...

Bovine colostrum, also known as cow colostrum, is the first milk produced by cows after giving birth. It is packed with natural macro-micronutrients, immunoglobulins, peptides, and proteins and has been utilized in traditional medicine for centuries to treat a range of illnesses and problems. Its therapeutic advantages are particularly significant...

The human microbiome, a diverse microorganism community, crucially defends against pathogens. Probiotics, postbiotics, and paraprobiotics alone and in combination are potent in countering fungal and waterborne infections, particularly against viral threats. This review focuses on the mechanisms of the microbiome against viral infections, emphasizin...

Acyl ureas are a well-known class of organic compounds that have drawn a lot of attention recently because of their array of chemical properties and possible multi-use in medicine. The article summarizes the synthetic procedures used to produce various Acyl urea synthons and includes instances of clinical trials, patents, and commercialized medicat...

Diabetic wounds represent a significant clinical challenge due to their chronic nature, slow healing rates, and susceptibility to infections, often leading to severe complications. Nanotechnology plays a transforming role in advancing diabetic wound repair therapies. The field of nanotechnology has shown great promise in the medical field in recent...

New 2‐(4‐benzothiazol‐2‐yl‐phenoxy)‐1‐(3,5‐diphenyl‐4,5‐dihydro‐pyrazol‐1‐yl)‐ethanones (9a‐o) have been designed and synthesized. The antiepileptic potential of the synthesized compounds has been tested by following standard animal screening models which include maximal electroshock (MES) and subcutaneous pentylenetetrazole (scPTZ) models. The stu...

The five‐membered 1,3,4‐oxadiazole heterocyclic ring has received considerable attention because of its unique bio‐isosteric properties and an unusually wide spectrum of biological activities. After a century since 1,3,4‐oxadiazole was discovered, its uncommon potential attracted medicinal chemist's attention, leading to the discovery of a few pres...

Pyrazolines are preferred to be stable heterocycles in medication development. It has been established from previous research that the 2‐pyrazolone scaffold is a common pattern that can be found in many pharmacologically significant therapeutic compounds. They are said to have a wide range of biological actions and have been thoroughly investigated...

The acyl urea functionality and related analogs are increasingly used in medicinal chemistry and drug design to prove well-defined pharmacological actions and optimal physicochemical properties. This review paper aimed to summarize information related to synthesis methods of acyl urea derivatives, marketed products, and patents to explore their app...

This book series invites all the Specialists, Professors, Doctors, Scientists, Academicians, Healthcare professionals, Nurses, Students, Researchers, Business Delegates, and Industrialists across the globe to publish their insights and convey recent developments in the field of Nursing, Pharmaceutical Research and Innovations in Pharma Industry. Bo...

This book series invites all the Specialists, Professors, Doctors, Scientists, Academicians, Healthcare professionals, Nurses, Students, Researchers, Business Delegates, and Industrialists across the globe to publish their insights and convey recent developments in the field of Nursing, Pharmaceutical Research and Innovations in Pharma Industry. Bo...

Oxadiazole is an organic compound featuring a heterocyclic ring housing carbon, oxygen, and nitrogen atoms. Due to their heightened stability in biological environments, oxadiazole rings exhibit significant biological activities, effectively addressing health challenges like infectious diseases and chronic conditions in medicinal chemistry. The mai...

Aim/Background: Novel quinoline compounds containing benzimidazole have been synthesized in a number of different ways and screened for anti-epileptic potential through in vivo and in silico studies. Materials and Methods: The novel quinoline-benzimidazole hybrids were synthesized by using substituted carbaldehyde (1,2) and substituted benzimidazol...

The research involves the synthesis of a series of new pyridine analogs 5(i-x) and their evaluation for anti-epileptic potential using in silico and in vivo models. Synthesis of the compounds was accomplished by using the Vilsmeier-Haack reaction principle. AutoDock 4.2 was used for their in silico screening against AMPA (-amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyli...

Aim The present study investigated the development of kidney stone formation in animal models involving renal tubular stone formation by ethylene glycol and COX-2 selective inhibitor-induced urolithiasis along with the diuretic potentiality by Lipschitz teston Wistar rats. Background Hemidesmus indicus (H. indicus) R. Br. played a prominent role i...

Quinoline is one of the promising and prominent biologically active N-based heterocyclic compounds. This review paper aims to discuss the synthetic approaches, summarized from various research articles on the preparation of quinoline derivatives intended for different therapeutic activities like antifungal activity, anticancer activity, anticonvul...

Salicin is a glycoside that can be found in several Salix and Populus species. Salicin is also connected to the glycoside populin, commonly known as benzoyl Salicin, in the Salicaceae tree barks. D-glucose is a component of the alcoholic glycoside Salicin (C13H18O7). The willow tree, as well as other trees like poplar and aspen, contains the natura...

Background Type 2 diabetes mellitus constitutes approximately 90% of all reported forms of diabetes mellitus. Insulin resistance characterizes this manifestation of diabetes. The prevalence of this condition is commonly observed in patients aged 45 and above; however, there is an emerging pattern of younger cohorts receiving diagnoses primarily att...

In recent years, dysregulation of the notch pathway has been associated with the development and progression of various cancers. Notch signaling is involved in several cellular processes, such as proliferation, differentiation, apoptosis, and angiogenesis, and its abnormal activation can lead to uncontrolled cell growth and tumorigenesis. In variou...

One-third of people will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lives, making it the second leading cause of death globally each year after cardiovascular disease. The complex anticancer molecular mechanisms have been understood clearly with the advent of improved genomic, proteomic, and bioinformatics. Our understanding of the complex int...

In ancient medical systems, the plant Thymus vulgaris L. was used widely for various medicinal purposes. The leaf portion of Thymus vulgaris L. along with its isolated active phytoconstituent thymol was studied in the management of anti-schizophrenic activity in Swiss albino mice. The present work deals with the in vivo antischizophrenic activity s...

Camel milk has been demonstrated to be effective in treating a broad range of illnesses. Camel’s milk is regarded to have therapeutic properties because of its unique composition. Some people consider camel milk to be a precious commodity. White camel milk is made by combining fat and water. Several clinical studies have shown that camel’s milk is...

The purpose of this study was to collect data for future clinical investigations and research on the safe and efficient use of various herbal medicines to treat hyperglycemia. One of the primary contributing reasons to the onset and progression of diabetic nephropathy is hyperglycemia, and many modern treatments are made from plants since they freq...

Microbes as probiotics were found to provide the host with health benefits when given in proper doses. Researches are going on to analyze the positive relation of probiotics on digestive health including the changes in the microbial populations in the gut. The immune, nervous, and endocrine system are some of the locations outside of the gut that i...

The main global health issue, anxiety, and depression have significant psychological, social, and financial repercussions. It promotes an anticipatory and adaptable reaction to difficult or stressful situations. When anxiety is excessive, it destabilizes the person, which leads to a dysfunctional state. In the absence of intense situations, it’s a...

Breast cancer is a common and deadly disease, so there is a constant need for research to find efficient targets and therapeutic approaches. Breast cancer can be classified on a molecular and histological base. Breast cancer can be divided into ER (estrogen receptor)‐positive and ER‐negative, HER2 (human epidermal growth factor receptor2)‐positive...

A common condition that puts a huge financial and morbidity burden is kidney stones. Throughout the past 20 years, the frequency of urolithiasis has increased; 5 to 15 % of people globally are affected. Calcium oxalate (CaOx) kidney stones, which form in the renal surfaces, are the most prevalent variety. Several physicochemical processes of urinar...

Background: Two significant families of compounds i.e. 1,3,4-oxadiazole and ben-zimidazole, have undergone extensive investigation into their pharmacological characteristics and possible therapeutic applications. Both classes have shown their potential in a variety of ap-plications, and because of their synergistic interactions, they may have an ev...

Background Piperine is a natural compound found in black pepper that has been traditionally used for various therapeutic purposes. In the ayurvedic system of medication there is a lot of evidence which shows that the piperine is widely used for different therapeutic purpose. In recent years, there has been an increasing interest in the pharmacologi...

Background Presently, only four drugs have been approved by FDA for Alzheimer’s disease (AD). A drug repurposing approach can be fruitful in searching for promising candidates for AD. Objective The objective of the work was to evaluate the neuroprotective effect of levetiracetam (LEV) in combination with berberine (BER) in scopolamine-induced cogn...

Some new thiosemicarbazide derivatives (5*a-5*b and 6a-6f) were synthesized by multiple steps approaches starting from substituted anilines. The synthesized compounds were evaluated for their muscle relaxant activity by an in silico docking study against nicotinic muscarinic receptor (protein database [PDB] ID: 2XNU) using AutoDock Vina and Biovia...

CDK12 is essential for cellular processes like RNA processing, transcription, and cell cycle regulation, inhibiting cancer cell growth and facilitating macrophage invasion. CDK12 is a significant oncogenic factor in various cancers, including HER2-positive breast cancer, Anaplastic thyroid carcinoma, Hepatocellular carcinoma, prostate cancer, and E...

The 1,2,5-oxadiazole framework has garnered a lot of interest among many nitrogen heterocycles because of its capacity to give off NO under physiological circumstances. Because of this, major efforts by chemical scientists have been made to create novel drug possibilities in medicinal, material, and agriculture science that include the NO-donor 1,2...

Background Background: Heterocyclic compounds and their derivatives epitomize the building blocks of many biological entities, e.g., alkaloids, antibiotics, enzymes, hormones, vitamins, and others that are abundant in nature. The Vilsmeier-Haack reaction has fascinated organic chemists due to its significant use in the synthesis of numerous heteroc...

The thyroid gland may generate, store, and release hormones (such as Triiodothyronine and Thyroxin also called T3 and T4 hormones respectively) into the bloodstream and let them go to the body's cells. Every enzymatic process in the production and secretion of thyroid hormones is controlled by Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). All people worldwide...

Background: Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is a neurological illness that causes cognitive decline and memory loss. The identification of potential therapeutic agents with neuroprotective properties is of great interest in AD research. This study aimed to evaluate the neuroprotective activity of the ethanolic extract of Nyctanthes arbor-tristis in an alu...

Liver ailments are significant contributors to human illness and death globally. The prevalence of liver disorders is increasing owing to the widespread prevalence of hepatitis and alcohol addiction. These conditions can be triggered by infection, trauma, exposure to pharmaceuticals or hazardous substances, autoimmune disorders, or genetic abnormal...

Asthma is one of the chronic respiratory disorder whose incidence and intensity is rising day by day. Globally, this devastating disease affects almost 300 million people. Since ancient times, various plants had already been identified as traditionally and utilized by medical practices for managing asthma in many countries. This goal of the article...

Diabetic neuropathy is the most dangerous complication of diabetes which is very difficult to treat. Diagnosis in the early stage prevents worse outcomes of the illness. Determine the pharmacological effect of hydroethanolic extract of Clematis buchananiana leaves was investigated and screened for determination of neuroprotective effect in diabetic...

Among the many reports published on strategies applicable to synthesizing pyrazolines and its analogs, The 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition offers a remarkably wide range of utility. Many 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition reactions used for the synthesis of pyrazolines provide better selectivity, eco-friendly, and less expensive chemical processes. In the present...

The pyrazoline moiety is present in several commercialized molecules with a wide range of applications, which has established their importance in the pharmaceutical, agricultural and industrial sectors. A large number of patents have been granted on research related to pyrazolines. Due to its broad-spectrum usefulness, scientists are continuously c...

Hairy Fleabane, or Erigeron bonariensis var. microcephala Cabrera (EB), is a fast-growing annual or biennial weed in the Asteraceae family that blooms in the summer. Although it is originated in the southern part of the continent, this weed can now be found all over Asia and Africa. There exists limited information on phytochemistry and biological...

Among the deadliest diseases, cancer is characterized by tumors or an increased number of a specific type of cell because of uncontrolled divisions during mitosis. Researchers in the current era are concentrated on the development of highly selective anticancer medications due to the substantial toxicities of conventional cytotoxic drugs. Several m...

Nicotine, minodronic acid, nicotinamide (niacin), zolpidem, zolimidine, and other pyridine-based chemicals play vital roles in medicine and biology. Pyridine-containing drugs are widely available on the market to treat a wide range of human ailments. As a result of these advances, pyridine research is continually expanding, and there are now higher...

In this study, we review the synthesis of copper nanoparticles (CuNPs) and their prospective uses as antioxidants, antimicrobials, and anticancer agents in the pharmaceutical sector. Copper nanoparticles could be created through a variety of methods, including chemical reduction, green synthesis, physical methods, electrochemical deposition, and th...

1,3,4-Oxadiazole is a five-membered heterocyclic compound with one oxygen, two nitrogen, and two carbon atoms arranged in a ring. Several research reports, patents, and marketed drugs have already established 1,3,4-oxadiazole and its analog as potential molecules having a diverse range of pharmacological activities. In this review, we focused on re...