AI-ACCELERATED DRUG DISCOVERY
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This protein is integrated into the Receptor.AI ecosystem as a prospective target with high therapeutic potential. We performed a comprehensive characterization of Transcription factor ETV6 including:
1. LLM-powered literature research
Our custom-tailored LLM extracted and formalized all relevant information about the protein from a large set of structured and unstructured data sources and stored it in the form of a Knowledge Graph. This comprehensive analysis allowed us to gain insight into Transcription factor ETV6 therapeutic significance, existing small molecule ligands, relevant off-targets, and protein-protein interactions.
Fig. 1. Preliminary target research workflow
2. AI-Driven Conformational Ensemble Generation
Starting from the initial protein structure, we employed advanced AI algorithms to predict alternative functional states of Transcription factor ETV6, including large-scale conformational changes along "soft" collective coordinates. Through molecular simulations with AI-enhanced sampling and trajectory clustering, we explored the broad conformational space of the protein and identified its representative structures. Utilizing diffusion-based AI models and active learning AutoML, we generated a statistically robust ensemble of equilibrium protein conformations that capture the receptor's full dynamic behavior, providing a robust foundation for accurate structure-based drug design.
Fig. 2. AI-powered molecular dynamics simulations workflow
3. Binding pockets identification and characterization
We employed the AI-based pocket prediction module to discover orthosteric, allosteric, hidden, and cryptic binding pockets on the protein’s surface. Our technique integrates the LLM-driven literature search and structure-aware ensemble-based pocket detection algorithm that utilizes previously established protein dynamics. Tentative pockets are then subject to AI scoring and ranking with simultaneous detection of false positives. In the final step, the AI model assesses the druggability of each pocket enabling a comprehensive selection of the most promising pockets for further targeting.
Fig. 3. AI-based binding pocket detection workflow
4. AI-Powered Virtual Screening
Our ecosystem is equipped to perform AI-driven virtual screening on Transcription factor ETV6. With access to a vast chemical space and cutting-edge AI docking algorithms, we can rapidly and reliably predict the most promising, novel, diverse, potent, and safe small molecule ligands of Transcription factor ETV6. This approach allows us to achieve an excellent hit rate and to identify compounds ready for advanced lead discovery and optimization.
Fig. 4. The screening workflow of Receptor.AI
Receptor.AI, in partnership with Reaxense, developed a next-generation technology for on-demand focused library design to enable extensive target exploration.
The focused library for Transcription factor ETV6 includes a list of the most effective modulators, each annotated with 38 ADME-Tox and 32 physicochemical and drug-likeness parameters. Furthermore, each compound is shown with its optimal docking poses, affinity scores, and activity scores, offering a detailed summary.
Transcription factor ETV6
partner:
Reaxense
upacc:
P41212
UPID:
ETV6_HUMAN
Alternative names:
ETS translocation variant 6; ETS-related protein Tel1
Alternative UPACC:
P41212; A3QVP6; A8K076; Q9UMF6; Q9UMF7; Q9UMG0
Background:
Transcription factor ETV6, known as ETS translocation variant 6 or ETS-related protein Tel1, plays a pivotal role in hematopoiesis and has been implicated in malignant transformation. This protein functions as a transcriptional repressor, binding to the DNA sequence 5'-CCGGAAGT-3', and is crucial in the regulation of gene expression involved in cell growth and development.
Therapeutic significance:
ETV6 is directly involved in the pathogenesis of several hematologic disorders, including Myeloproliferative disorder chronic with eosinophilia, characterized by malignant eosinophils proliferation, and Acute myelogenous leukemia, a severe form of leukemia marked by maturational arrest of hematopoietic precursors. Additionally, it plays a role in Thrombocytopenia 5, a disorder leading to decreased platelet counts and increased risk of malignancies. Understanding the role of ETV6 could open doors to potential therapeutic strategies targeting these diseases.
