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Structural Insights into Dopamine Receptor-Ligand Interactions: From Agonists to Antagonists. ACS Chem Neurosci 2024 Nov 20;15(22):4123-4131

Date

11/01/2024

Pubmed ID

39485723

DOI

10.1021/acschemneuro.4c00295

Scopus ID

2-s2.0-85208389275 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site)

Abstract

This study explores the intricacies of dopamine receptor-ligand interactions, focusing on the D1R and D5R subtypes. Using molecular modeling techniques, we investigated the binding of the pan-agonist rotigotine, revealing a universal binding mode at the orthosteric binding pocket. Additionally, we analyze the stability of antagonist-receptor complexes with SKF83566 and SCH23390. By examining the impact of specific mutations on ligand-receptor interactions through computational simulations and thermostability assays, we gain insights into binding stability. Our research also delves into the structural and energetic aspects of antagonist binding to D1R and D5R in their inactive states. These findings enhance our understanding of dopamine receptor pharmacology and hold promise for drug development in central nervous system disorders, opening doors to future research and innovation in this field.

Author List

Barbosa ED, Ma Y, Clift HE, Olson LJ, Zhu L, Liu W

Author

Wei Liu PhD Associate Professor in the Pharmacology and Toxicology department at Medical College of Wisconsin




MESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold

2,3,4,5-Tetrahydro-7,8-dihydroxy-1-phenyl-1H-3-benzazepine
Benzazepines
Binding Sites
Dopamine Agonists
Dopamine Antagonists
Humans
Ligands
Models, Molecular
Protein Binding
Receptors, Dopamine D1
Receptors, Dopamine D5
Tetrahydronaphthalenes
Thiophenes