Plugging the explicit σ-holes in molecular docking

Chem Commun (Camb). 2013 Feb 1;49(10):981-3. doi: 10.1039/c2cc37584b. Epub 2012 Dec 21.

Abstract

A novel approach in molecular docking was successfully used to reproduce protein-ligand experimental geometries. When dealing with halogenated compounds the correct description of halogen bonds between the ligand and the protein is shown to be essential. Applying a simple molecular mechanistic model for halogen bonds improved the protein-ligand geometries as well as halogen bond features, which makes it a promising tool for future computer-aided drug development.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Computer-Aided Design
  • Drug Design
  • Hydrocarbons, Halogenated / chemistry
  • Ligands
  • Models, Molecular
  • Proteins / chemistry*
  • Quantum Theory

Substances

  • Hydrocarbons, Halogenated
  • Ligands
  • Proteins