Abstract: The instant invention describes compounds having metalloenzyme modulating activity, and methods of treating diseases, disorders or symptoms thereof mediated by such metalloenzymes.

Abstract: A method of reducing or inhibiting kinase activity of C-KIT in a cell or a subject, and the use of such compounds for preventing or treating in a subject a cell proliferative disorder and/or disorders related to C-KIT using a compound of the present invention: or a solvate, hydrate, tautomer or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The present invention is further directed to methods for treating conditions such as cancers and other cell proliferative disorders.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds, compositions thereof, and methods of using the same.

Abstract: A method of modulating ribonucleotide reductase activity in a neoplastic cell includes administering to the cell an amount of a ribonucleotide reductase allosteric modulator (RRAmod), the amount being effective to inhibit neoplastic cell growth.

Abstract: Described herein are monomers capable of forming a biologically useful multimer when in contact with one, two, three or more other monomers in an aqueous media. In one aspect, such monomers may be capable of binding to another monomer in an aqueous media (e.g. in vivo) to form a multimer, (e.g. a dimer). Contemplated monomers may include a ligand moiety, a linker element, and a connector element that joins the ligand moiety and the linker element. In an aqueous media, such contemplated monomers may join together via each linker element and may thus be capable of modulating one or more biomolecules substantially simultaneously, e.g., modulate two or more binding domains on a protein or on different proteins.

Abstract: The present invention provides cyclobutyl substituted pyrrolopyrimidines and pyrrolopyridines of Formula I: wherein X, Y, Z, L, A, R5, n and m are defined above, as well as their compositions and methods of use, that modulate the activity of Janus kinases (JAKs) and are useful in the treatment of diseases related to the activity of JAKs including, for example, inflammatory disorders, autoimmune disorders, cancer, and other diseases.

Abstract: K-Ras is the most frequently mutated oncogene in human cancer. Disclosed herein are compositions and methods for modulating K-Ras and treating cancer.

Abstract: There are provided, inter alia, acyclic nucleoside phosphonate compounds having reduced toxicity and enhanced antiviral activity, and pharmaceutically accepted salts and solvates thereof. There are also provided methods of using the disclosed compounds for inhibiting viral RNA-dependent RNA polymerase, inhibiting viral reverse transcriptase, inhibiting replication of virus, including hepatitis C virus or a human retrovirus, and treating a subject infected with a virus, including hepatitis C virus or a human retrovirus.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a method to reduce peptide amidation activity in a given cell line, cell lines with reduced peptide amidation activity, and uses thereof.

Abstract: The inventive boronic acid analogs are potent inhibitors of Arginase I and II activity. These compounds are candidate therapeutics for treating a disease or disorder associated with an imbalance in the activity or concentration of cellular arginase I and arginase II enzymes. The invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions of the inventive compounds and methods for using the compositions for therapy.

Abstract: Provided herein are 3,5-diaminopyrazoles, for example, compounds of Formula IA, that are useful for modulating regulated-in-COPD kinase activity, and pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Also provided herein are methods of their use for treating, preventing, or ameliorating one or more symptoms of a RC kinase-mediated disorder, disease, or condition.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for inhibiting MMPs, especially MMP-3, MMP-9 and MMP-14. The invention relates to the field of diagnostic and prognostic methods of human cancers, especially breast cancer and the field of matrix metalloproteases, as targets for diagnostics and therapeutics.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of inhibiting the binding of anthrax lethal factor with protective antigen comprising contacting the anthrax lethal factor with a compound having the structure:

Abstract: A novel compound, (E)-1-(pyridyn-4-yl)-3-(7-(trifluoromethyl)quinolin-2-yl)-prop-2-en-1-one, is provided herein. (E)-1-(pyridyn-4-yl)-3-(7-(trifluoromethyl)quinolin-2-yl)-prop-2-en-1-one is an inhibitor of 6-phosphofructo-2-kinase/fructose-2,6-biphosphatase 3 (PFKFB3) with surprisingly superior efficacy and pharmacodynamic properties in vitro and in vivo. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions including the compound and methods of use of the compound in treating cancer and tumors in vivo, as well as inhibiting glycolytic flux and PFKFB3 enzymatic activity in cells.

Abstract: 2,4-diaminopyrimidine compounds of generic Formula 1, where R and R? may be the same or different and are independently selected from: C1-C6 alkyl or alkenyl groups with 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 carbon atoms, which may be: branched or unbranched; saturated or unsaturated; and may or may not be substituted, are used to treat anthrax.

Abstract: Methods and compositions disclosed herein relate to detecting, analyzing, isolating and inhibiting methyltransferases, methyltransferase substrates, S-adenosyl-methionine-binding proteins and RNA, including for the treatment of disease.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for the inactivation of enzymes with a composition comprising a sulfonated peroxycarboxylic acid according to formula (I) wherein: R1 is hydrogen, or a substituted or unsubstituted Cm alkyl group; R2 is a substituted or unsubstituted Cn alkyl group; X is a hydrogen atom, a cationic group, or an ester forming moiety; Y is a hydrogen atom, a cationic group, or an ester forming moiety; n is 1 to 10; m is 1 to 10; and n+m is less than or equal to 18, wherein the composition is contacted with the enzyme.

Abstract: The present invention provides halofuginol, and derivatives and salts thereof, including diasteromerically enriched compositions thereof. The invention also provides pharmaceutical and cosmetic compositions thereof as well as methods for using halofuginol and derivatives thereof in treating chronic inflammatory diseases, autoimmune diseases, dry eye syndrome, fibrosis, scar formation, angiogenesis, viral infections, malaria, ischemic damage, transplant rejection, neurodegenerative diseases, T-cell neoplasms, and cosmetic conditions.

Abstract: A class of anionic oligomers and polymers that function for inhibition of nucleases, particularly RNase. Specific inhibitors include mixtures of oligomers of vinyl sulfate. Methods for inhibition or inactivation of one or more nucleases in vitro which comprises the step of contacting the one or more nucleases in a biological medium with one or more of the anionic oligomeric or polymeric inhibitors of this invention. Kits for carrying out a biological procedure, biological reaction and/or a biological assay containing one or more inhibitors of this invention. The use of oligomers and/or polymers of this invention as additives in buffers or reagents. The inhibitors of the invention can also be attached to surfaces to provide for removal of nucleases from media, solutions or other liquids in contact with the solid.

Abstract: Compounds and methods are provided for the treatment of pathogen infections. In some embodiments, the anti-infective compounds have broad spectrum activity against a variety of infective diseases, where the diseases are caused by pathogens containing a basic amino acid PIP-2 pincer (BAAPP) domain that interacts with phosphatidylinositol 4,5-bisphosphate (PIP-2) to mediate pathogen replication. Also provided are methods of inhibiting a PI4-kinase and methods of inhibiting viral infection. In some embodiments, the compound is a PI4-kinase inhibiting compound that is a 5-aryl-thiazole. The subject compounds may be formulated or provided to a subject in combination with a second anti-infective agent, e.g. interferon, ribivarin, and the like.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel substituted pyrazolone compounds, pharmaceutical acceptable salts and formulations thereof useful in modulating the protein tyrosine kinase activity, and in modulating cellular activities such as proliferation, differentiation, apoptosis, migration and invasion. The invention also provides pharmaceutically acceptable compositions comprising such compounds and methods of using the compositions in the treatment of hyperproliferative disorders in mammals, especially humans.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to unsaturated sphingosine compounds which are useful as therapeutic agents for the treatment of cancer and for the treatment of other diseases including diabetes and infection with intracellular bacteria. The invention is also directed to methods of using the compounds and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds in treating these diseases.

Abstract: This invention relates to generally inhibiting histone deacetylase (“HDAC”) enzymes (e.g., HDAC1, HDAC2, and HDAC3) using compounds of formula (I), wherein the substituents are as defined herein.

Abstract: The present invention is a screening assay for identifying inhibitors of Pseudomonas aeruginosa CFTR Inhibitory Factor as well as compounds identified by the screening assay for use in compositions and methods for ameliorating or treating a respiratory disease such as cystic fibrosis or secondary infection thereof.

Abstract: Methods of inhibiting kinases using kinase inhibitors having olefin moieties are disclosed.

Abstract: Provided herein is an optically active pyrozolylaminoquinazaline, and pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Also provided herein is a method for treating, preventing, or ameliorating one or more symptoms of a JAK-mediated condition, disorder, or disease. Further provided herein is a method for treating, preventing, or ameliorating one or more symptoms of a proliferative disease, inflammatory disease, or renal disease.

Abstract: In recognition of the need to develop novel therapeutic agents, the present invention provides novel histone deacetylase inhibitors. These compounds include an ester bond making them sensitive to deactivation by esterases. Therefore, these compounds are particularly useful in the treatment of skin disorders. When the compounds reaches the bloodstream, an esterase or an enzyme with esterase activity cleaves the compound into biologically inactive fragments or fragments with greatly reduced activity Ideally these degradation products exhibit a short serum and/or systemic half-life and are eliminated rapidly. These compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof are particularly useful in treating cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, neurofibromatosis, psoriasis, hair loss, skin pigmentation, and dermatitis, for example. The present invention also provides methods for preparing compounds of the invention and intermediates thereto.

Abstract: The present invention includes a novel protein, also referred to herein as simukunin, that inhibits the function of several physiologically important enzymes. Simukunin is a potent inhibitor of the blood coagulation cascade, inhibiting Factor Xa and functioning as an efficient anticoagulant. Simukunin also inhibits the serine proteases elastase and cathepsin and demonstrates anti-inflammatory properties. Also included are methods of making and using simukunin.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the field of tyrosine kinase enzyme inhibition, in particular anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) inhibition using novel small molecules. Provided are compounds capable to modulate ALK activity, compositions that comprise the compounds, and methods of using the compounds for the treatment or prevention of diseases or conditions that are characterized by ALK activity or expression.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compounds of formula (I), and compositions capable of inhibiting PHD1 enzyme activity selectively over other isoforms, for example, PHD2 and/or PHD3 enzymes. The invention also relates to compounds of formula (I) for use in disorders such as muscle degeneration, colitis, IBD, and certain ischemias.

Abstract: It has been determined that co-administration of a rifamycin and a switch-region inhibitor 1) results in synergistic antibacterial effects, enabling efficacy at low, subtoxic doses, and/or 2) results in a low spontaneous resistance frequency, enabling treatment of high-titer infections without treatment failure due to spontaneous resistance. Accordingly, certain embodiments provide composition comprising a rifamycin and a switch region inhibitor, as well as methods of use thereof.

Abstract: Described herein are compositions comprising a derivatized polyglucosamine and a small molecule, peptide, or protein and related methods of use, e.g., to deliver a small molecule, peptide, or protein to cells (e.g., cancer cells) or tissues (e.g., mucosal membrane and epithelial membrane), e.g., to treat a disease or condition in a subject.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to pharmaceutical chemical field, and relates to a sterol derivative as well as preparation method and uses thereof. Specifically, the present invention relates to a compound of Formula I, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, ester or ether thereof, wherein, R1 is selected from the group consisting of —OH, ?O(carbonyl), H, and C1-C3 alkyl; R2 is selected from the group consisting of —OH, H, and C1-C3 alkyl; R3 is selected from the group consisting of —OH, ?O, H, and C1-C3 alkyl; R4 is selected from the group consisting of —OH, H, and C1-C3 alkyl; and none, one, two, three or four of R1, R2, R3, and R4 are —OH. The compound of the present invention can inhibit HMG-CoA reductase, tumor cells and lipase effectively, and is a potential drug for reducing blood-fat, antitumors, or for losing weight.

Abstract: The invention provides isolated nucleic acids molecules, designated UBA3, UAE, or UBA6, or other E1 enzyme variant nucleic acid molecules, which encode novel E1 enzyme variant proteins. The invention also provides antisense nucleic acid molecules, recombinant expression vectors containing UBA3, UAE, or UBA6, or other E1 enzyme variant nucleic acid molecules, host cells into which the expression vectors have been introduced, and nonhuman transgenic animals in which a UBA3, UAE, or UBA6, or other E1 enzyme variant gene has been introduced or disrupted. The invention still further provides isolated UBA3, UAE, or UBA6, or other E1 enzyme variant proteins, fusion proteins, antigenic peptides and anti-UBA3, UAE, or UBA6, or other E1 enzyme variant antibodies. The invention provides methods to identify agents that inhibit UBA3, UAE, or UBA6, or other E1 enzyme variant expression or activity. Diagnostic and therapeutic methods utilizing compositions of the invention are also provided.

Abstract: Compounds and pharmaceutical compositions that modulate kinase activity, including PI3 kinase activity, and compounds, pharmaceutical compositions, and methods of treatment of diseases and conditions associated with kinase activity, including PI3 kinase activity, are described herein.

Abstract: A multidimensional profiling strategy that combines activity-based proteomics and metabolomics was used to determine that an active protein, which is a previously uncharacterized enzyme highly elevated in aggressive cancer cells, serves as a central node in an ether lipid signaling network that bridges platelet-activating factor and the lysophospholipids. Biochemical studies confirmed that the active protein regulates this pathway by hydrolyzing the metabolic intermediate 2-acetyl monoalkylglycerol. Inactivation of the active protein disrupted ether lipid metabolism in cancer cells and impaired cell migration and tumor growth in vivo.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a sterol derivative, a preparation method therefor and a use thereof. The sterol derivative includes a sterol compound with Structural Formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, or an extract containing the sterol compound, or a composition containing the sterol compound, wherein Structural Formula (I) is as follows: where R1 is —OH, ?O, H or C1-C3 alkyl; R2 is —OH, H or C1-C3 alkyl; R3 is —OH, ?O, H or C1-C3 alkyl; R4 is —OH, H or C1-C3 alkyl, and at least one of R1, R2, R3 and R4 is —OH. The compound with Structural Formula (I) can be used for preparing a drug having inhibitory effect on 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase activity and the prepared drug can effectively inhibit the HMG-CoA reductase activity or be used for preparing an anti-cancer drug.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are indolizine compounds of general formula I, wherein R1-R7, X and Y are as disclosed in the application, useful as inhibitors of lipoprotein associated phospholipase A2 (Lp-PLA2) and/or 15-lipoxygenase (15-LOX), as well as methods of preparation and use thereof, and compositions thereof Advantageously, certain compounds disclosed herein are capable of inhibiting both Lp-PLA2 and 15-LOX. Accordingly, provided herein are methods of inhibiting one or both of Lp-PLA2 and 15-LOX, and methods of treating diseases or conditions associated with Lp-PLA2 and/or 15-LOX.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds, pharmaceutically acceptable compositions thereof, and methods of using the same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to N-containing heterocyclic compounds that are inhibitors of protein kinases including JAK kinases. In particular, the compounds are selective for JAK1, JAK2, JAK3 or TYK2 kinases and combinations thereof such as JAK1 and JAK2. The kinase inhibitors can be used in the treatment of kinase associated diseases such as immunological and inflammatory diseases including organ transplants; hyperproliferative diseases including cancer and myeloproliferative diseases; viral diseases; metabolic diseases; and vascular diseases.

Abstract: The invention provides a compound having the formula (1): and salts thereof; wherein: R1 is hydrogen or C1-2 alkyl; and R2, R3 and R4 are the same or different and each is selected from hydrogen, C1-2 alkyl, fluorine, chlorine, C1-2 alkoxy and trifluoromethyl, provided that no more than two of R2, R3 and R4 are other than hydrogen. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds and their use in medicine, and in particular in the treatment of cancer.

Abstract: Leucine-rich repeat kinase-2 (LRRK2) mutations are a common cause of Parkinson's disease. Inhibitors of LRRK2 kinase that are protective in in vitro and in vivo models of LRRK2-induced neurodegeneration were identified. The presently disclosed subject matter establishes that LRRK2-induced degeneration of neurons in vivo is kinase dependent and that LRRK2 kinase inhibition provides a potential new neuroprotective paradigm for treating Parkinson's disease.

Abstract: Nitric oxide synthase (NOS) inhibitor compounds comprising bi-terminal aromatic ring moieties, and related methods of NOS inhibition.

Abstract: In accordance with the invention, a novel gene translocation, (5q32, 6q22), in human non-small cell lung carcinoma (NSCLC) that results in a fusion proteins combining part of CD74 with Proto-oncogene Tyrosine Protein Kinase ROS Precursor (ROS) kinase has now been identified. The CD74-ROS fusion protein is anticipated to drive the proliferation and survival of a subgroup of NSCLC tumors.

Abstract: Inhibitors of the soluble epoxide hydrolase (sEH) are provided that incorporate multiple pharmacophores and are useful in the treatment of diseases. In some embodiments, the present invention provides a method for monitoring the activity of a soluble epoxide hydrolase, the method including contacting the soluble epoxide hydrolase with an amount of a compound of the present invention sufficient to produce a detectable change in the fluorescence of the soluble epoxide hydrolase by interacting with one or more tryptophan residues present in the catalytic site of said sEH.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for using the MHC class II invariant chain polypeptide, Ii (also known as CD74), as a receptor for macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF), are disclosed. These include methods and compositions for using this receptor, as well as agonists and antagonists of MIF which bind to this receptor, or which otherwise modulate the interaction of MIF with CD74 or the consequences of such interaction, in treatment of conditions characterized by locally or systemically altered MIF levels, particularly inflammatory conditions and cancer.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel oxazolidinones their derivatives, pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, and hydrates thereof. This invention also provides compositions comprising a compound of this invention and the use of such compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions that are beneficially treated by administering cholesterol ester transfer protein inhibitors.

Abstract: A method of increasing the production of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) in an Acidithiobacillus ferrooxidans culture is disclosed. The method includes inhibiting an enzyme, such as citrate synthase, aconitase, or isocitrate dehydrogenase, in the tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle leading to alpha-ketoglutarate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new AGC kinase inhibitors, in particular to compounds of Formula I or II or a stereoisomer, tautomer, racemic, metabolite, pro- or pre-drug, salt, hydrate, or solvate thereof, wherein Ar, Cy, R1, R3, p and n have the meaning defined in the claims. In particular, the present invention relates to more specifically AGC kinases inhibitors, compositions, in particular pharmaceuticals, comprising such inhibitors, and to uses of such inhibitors in the treatment and prophylaxis of disease.

Abstract: The instant invention describes compounds having metalloenzyme modulating activity, and methods of treating diseases, disorders or symptoms thereof mediated by such metalloenzymes.