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 Peroxisome assembly protein 26 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 Peroxisome assembly protein 26 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 Peroxisome assembly protein 26, 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 Peroxisome assembly protein 26. 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 Peroxisome assembly protein 26. 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 Peroxisome assembly protein 26 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.
Peroxisome assembly protein 26
partner:
Reaxense
upacc:
Q7Z412
UPID:
PEX26_HUMAN
Alternative names:
Peroxin-26
Alternative UPACC:
Q7Z412; F6UBB5; Q7Z413; Q7Z414; Q7Z415; Q7Z416; Q96B12; Q9NWQ0; Q9NXU0
Background:
Peroxisome assembly protein 26, also known as Peroxin-26, plays a crucial role in peroxisomal biogenesis by anchoring PEX1 and PEX6 to peroxisome membranes. This action is vital for the formation of the PEX1-PEX6 AAA ATPase complex, facilitating the extraction of the PEX5 receptor from the peroxisomal membrane, a process essential for peroxisome maintenance and function.
Therapeutic significance:
Peroxisome assembly protein 26 is implicated in a spectrum of peroxisome biogenesis disorders, including Zellweger syndrome, neonatal adrenoleukodystrophy, and infantile Refsum disease. These conditions underscore the protein's critical role in cellular health and highlight the potential for targeted therapeutic strategies aimed at correcting peroxisomal biogenesis defects.
