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Papers by Virendra Meena

Indian Journal of Medical Research, 2021

The unprecedented severity of the COVID-19 pandemic caused by a novel human coronavirus SARS-CoV-... more The unprecedented severity of the COVID-19 pandemic caused by a novel human coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 has posed one of the most gigantic multidimensional challenges to the public health systems globally1. One major challenge has been the urgent need to find easily executable and economical means of deactivating the virus in the environment such as surface decontamination, commonly used and shared public utility items and non-disposable personnel protective gear. Several techniques ranging from radiation exposure, chemical inactivation, electrostatic and heat treatment have been experimented with and reported for other coronaviruses2. While the detailed structural organization of the SARS-CoV-2 remains incompletely understood, identifying the sensitivity of the virus to environmental factors such as heat and relative humidity has emerged as a key research focus in the context of virus inactivation. This is not only from an economic feasibility viewpoint for developing lowcost mass-scale thermal-based inactivation application but also the fact that climatologic parameters such as temperature and humidity may be important factors in the pandemic dynamics and geographical variations, if any, as suggested by others3.

Emerging Infectious Diseases, 2018

We report 3 atypical rubella cases in a family cluster in India. The index case-patient showed on... more We report 3 atypical rubella cases in a family cluster in India. The index case-patient showed only mild febrile illness, whereas the other 2 patients showed acute encephalitis and died of the disease. We confirmed rubella in the index and third cases using next-generation sequencing and IgM.

Molecular Pharmaceutics, 2019

Acetylcholinesterase (AChE) has been an important biomarker for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease (A... more Acetylcholinesterase (AChE) has been an important biomarker for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease (AD), due to reduction in AChE activity in postmortem brains of AD patients. A potent, selective and reversible homodimeric inhibitor of acetylcholinesterase (AChE), 5-amino-N ,Nbis(2-(1,2,3,4-tetrahydroacridin-9-ylamino)ethyl)isophthalamide [Compound (4)] was synthesized by using 9-alkyl(1,2,3,4-tetrahydroacridine) pharmacophore with appended functionality. In the present work, we report the synthesis of this bivalent inhibitor of AChE.The homodimeric ligand structure was designed and studied with molecular docking tools which revealed its high affinity and interactions with active site gorge of AChE which includes both catalytic active site (CAS) and peripheral active site (PAS).The IC 50 value of this bivalent inhibitor for AChE and BuChE were 0.54 ± 0.06 and 32.49 ± 1.2 nM respectively, with a selectivity ratio of 60.16 towards AChE. The designed ligand also showed potent inhibitory properties on PAS activity as well as on AChE-induced amyloid aggregation with low cytotoxicity on rat hippocampal neurons. The AFM images further corroborated the Aβ 1-42 aggregation inhibition by compound (4) to extent similar like Bis(7)-tacrine. Moreover, the bivalent ligand was also proven to be of neurogenic potential due to its ability to induce S-phase post-treatment in rat hippocampal neuronal cells. On the basis of initial results, the agent could be further explored for its theranostic value clinically, which gives the possibility of tracing the AChE levels by molecular imaging techniques in correlation with progression of neurocognitive disorders like Alzheimer's disease for better therapy response and patient management.

ACS omega, Jan 30, 2018

A new S-alkylated cysteine-derivatized tumor targeting agent, 2,2'-(12-(2-((2-acetamido-2-car... more A new S-alkylated cysteine-derivatized tumor targeting agent, 2,2'-(12-(2-((2-acetamido-2-carboxyethyl)thio)acetamido)-11,13-dioxo-1,4,7,10-tetraazacyclotridecane-4,7-diyl)diacetic acid was developed for positron emission tomography (PET) imaging. -Acetyl cysteine (NAC) was conjugated to ATRIDAT as a specific targeting agent toward L-type and ASC amino acid transporter systems in the oncogenic cells. NAC was attached via S-alkylation to prevent its incorporation at undesired recognition sites affecting the signal-to-noise ratio. NAC-ATRIDAT was subjected to gallium-68 complexation with >75% radiolabeling yield. The radiocomplex was purified through the tc18 cartridge to obtain 99.89% radiochemical yield. IC-50 of the NAC-ATRIDAT conjugate was 0.8 mM in A549 cells as evaluated through 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazonium bromide assay. Binding affinity experiments on A549 cells showed noteworthy binding with in the nanomolar range. A time course study showed a ...

European journal of pharmaceutical sciences : official journal of the European Federation for Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jan 6, 2018

We report here, reverse micelle mediated synthesis of multifunctional dextran (dex) coated GdOnan... more We report here, reverse micelle mediated synthesis of multifunctional dextran (dex) coated GdOnanoparticles (NPs) carrying rose bengal (RB) dye for magnetic resonance and optical imaging. The diameter of these RB attached dex coated GdONPs (Gd-dex-RB NPs) was found to be ~17 nm as measured by TEM. NMR line broadening effect on the surrounding water protons affirmed the paramagnetic nature of these NPs. Optical properties of Gd-dex-RB NPs were validated by UV-Vis and fluorescence spectroscopy. Time dependent release profile of RB from NPs at two different pH of 7.4 and 5.0 revealed that these NPs behave as slow releasing system. In-vitro study revealed that NPs are efficiently taken up by cells and show optical activity in cellular environment. In vitro cell viability (SRB) assay was performed on cancerous (A-549, U-87) and normal (HEK-293) cell lines, showed the absence of cytotoxic effect of Gd-dex-RB NPs. Therefore, such multifunctional NPs can be efficiently used for bio-imaging ...

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Frontiers in medicine, 2017

Metastasis of the osseous tissue is one of the frequent and severe aggravations as a result of se... more Metastasis of the osseous tissue is one of the frequent and severe aggravations as a result of several neoplastic conditions, such as metabolic disorders, infections, and cancer. The objective of this study was to evaluate the pertinence of [(68)Ga]-trans-1,2-cyclohexyldinitrilo tetramethylene phosphonic acid (CDTMP) as a potential bone imaging agent for positron emission tomography (PET) applications as well as to assess [(188)Re]-CDTMP for bone pain palliation in metastatic skeletal disorders. (68)Ga complex of CDTMP was prepared at 80°C at pH 3.5, and (188)Re complex of CDTMP was prepared at room temperature. [(68)Ga]-CDTMP complex was investigated as PET tracer while the therapeutic efficacy was assessed for [(188)Re]-CDTMP. Labeling efficiency, biodistribution, myelotoxicity, and imaging studies were carried out for the complexes synthesized. Both PET and MicroPET imaging studies were performed for [(68)Ga]-CDTMP whereas SPECT acquisitions were acquired for [(188)Re]-CDTMP. Dat...

International journal of pharmaceutics, Jan 12, 2017

We report water-in-oil microemulsion mediated synthesis of PEG(1) coated Gd2O3 NPs(2) loaded with... more We report water-in-oil microemulsion mediated synthesis of PEG(1) coated Gd2O3 NPs(2) loaded with fluorescent anti-cancer drug dox(3) for synchronous drug delivery, optical and MR(4) imaging applications. These PEG covered Gd2O3 NPs loaded with dox (Gd-PEG-dox NPs) were found to possess spherical morphology with 13nm size as measured from TEM and the hydrodynamic diameter comes out to be 37nm as determined from DLS. Fluorescence spectra and fluorescence microscopy images confirmed optical activity of the NPs. The paramagnetic nature of NPs was affirmed by NMR line broadening effect on the spectrum of surrounding water protons. Therefore, these particles can be efficiently used as CA(5) in MR imaging. In vitro analysis showed significant cellular uptake of particles by A-549 cells. A pH dependent drug release pattern was observed for the NPs. Cell viability assay performed on A-549, PANC-1 and U-87 cancerous cell lines revealed that Gd-PEG-dox NPs are cytotoxic. On the basis of these...

Bioconjugate chemistry, Jan 10, 2016

A new macrocyclic system 2,2'-(12-amino-11,13-dioxo-1,4,7,10-tetraazacyclotridecane-4,7-diyl)... more A new macrocyclic system 2,2'-(12-amino-11,13-dioxo-1,4,7,10-tetraazacyclotridecane-4,7-diyl)diacetic acid (ATRIDAT) was designed for coordinating metals in +2 and +3 oxidation states particularly 68Ga(III), for PET imaging. ATRIDAT was conjugated to biotin for pretargeting via biotin-avidin interaction. This model provides high tumor targeting efficiency, stability to biotinidase activity leading to modest signal amplification at the tumor site. Cyclization of triethylenetetramine with protected amino malonate resulted in the formation of 13 membered diamide ring. (D)-biotin was then anchored on the pendant amine rendering alpha methyne carbon to the biotinamide bond which blocks the biotinidase enzyme activity. Biotinidase stability assay showed remarkable stability towards the action of biotinidase with ~95% remaining intact after treatment following 4 h. Binding affinity experiments such as HABA assay, competitive displacement studies with (D)-biotin and CD showed high bindi...

International journal of pharmaceutics, Jan 23, 2016

We report, microemulsion mediated synthesis of FITC-dextran dye entrapped and silica coated Gd2O3... more We report, microemulsion mediated synthesis of FITC-dextran dye entrapped and silica coated Gd2O3 nanoparticles (NPs) for dual purpose of optical and magnetic resonance imaging, in the present study. TEM image revealed that the average size of the NPs is 18nm and hydrodynamic diameter of the particles as measured by DLS comes out to be about 16nm. Gd2O3 core show paramagnetism which is affirmed by the NMR line broadening effect on neighboring water proton spectrum and also by magnetization curve obtained in VSM analysis. The fluorescence of the entrapped dye is confirmed by the UV-Visible and fluorescence spectroscopy. Nanoencapsulation of FITC-dextran fluorophore was found to increase its optical activity and provided a blanket against quenching. Moreover, TGA data revealed that entrapment of dye imparts thermal stability to it and enhances its fluorescence in comparison to bare dye. The release kinetic pattern (at pH=7.4) of the entrapped dye revealed that these particles behave a...

RSC Advances, 2016

An efficient approach in the design and synthesis of a multi-functional chelating agent based on ... more An efficient approach in the design and synthesis of a multi-functional chelating agent based on 1-(2-methoxyphenyl)piperazine for targeting 5-HT1A receptors in brain was envisaged.

Society of Nuclear Medicine Annual Meeting Abstracts, May 1, 2013

PLOS ONE, 2015

Gamma Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) is an important biomarker in malignant cancers. The redox proces... more Gamma Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) is an important biomarker in malignant cancers. The redox processes ensuing from GGT-mediated metabolism of extracellular GSH are implicated in critical aspects of tumor cell biology. Reportedly, Glutathione monoethyl ester (GSHMe) is a substrate of GGT, which has been used for its rapid transport over glutathione. Exploring GGT to be an important target, a homobivalent peptide system, DT (GSHMe) 2 was designed to target GGT-over expressing tumors for diagnostic purposes. DT(GSHMe) 2 was synthesized, characterized and preclinically evaluated in vitro using toxicity, cell binding assays and time dependent experiments. Stable and defined radiochemistry with 99m Tc and 68 Ga was optimized for high radiochemical yield. In vivo biodistribution studies were conducted for different time points along with scintigraphic studies of radiolabeled DT(GSHMe) 2 on xenografted tumor models. For further validation, in silico docking studies were performed on GGT (hGGT1, P19440). Preclinical in vitro evaluations on cell lines suggested minimal toxicity of DT(GSHMe) 2 at 100 μM concentration. Kinetic analysis revealed transport of 99m Tc-DT(GSHMe) 2 occurs via a saturable high-affinity carrier with Michaelis constant (Km) of 2.25 μM and maximal transport rate velocity (Vmax) of 0.478 μM/min. Quantitative estimation of GGT expression from western blot experiments showed substantial expression with 41.6 ± 7.07 % IDV for tumor. Small animal micro PET (Positron Emission Tomography)/CT(Computed Tomography) coregistered images depicted significantly high uptake of DT(GSHMe) 2 at the BMG-1 tumor site. ROI analysis showed high tumor to contra lateral muscle ratio of 9.33 in PET imaging studies. Avid accumulation of radiotracer was observed at tumor versus inflammation site at 2 h post i.v. injection in an Ehrlich Ascites tumor (EAT) mice model, showing evident specificity for tumor. We propose DT(GSHMe) 2 to be an excellent candidate for prognostication and tumor imaging using PET/SPECT.

Current Cancer Drug Targets, 2015

We investigated the potential of DTPA-bis(Methionine), a target specific amino acid based probe f... more We investigated the potential of DTPA-bis(Methionine), a target specific amino acid based probe for detection of L-type amino acid transporters (LAT1) known to over express in proliferating tumours using multimodality imaging. The ligand, DTPA-bis(Met) was readily converted to lanthanide complexes and was found capable of targeting cancer cells using multimodality imaging. DTPA-bis(Met) complexes were synthesized and characterized by mass spectroscopy. MR longitudinal relaxivity, r1=4.067 ± 0.31 mM(-1)s(-1) and transverse relaxivity, r2= 8.61 ± 0.07 mM(-1)s(-1)of Gd(III)-DTPA-bis(Met) were observed at pH 7.4 at 7T. Bright, localized fluorescence of Eu(III)-DTPA-bis(Met) was observed with standard microscopy and displacement studies indicated ligand functionality. KD value determined for Eu(III)-DTPA-bis(Met) on U-87MG cells was found to be 17.3 pM and showed appreciable fluorescence within the cells. Radio HPLC showed a radiochemical purity more than 95% (specific activity = 400-500 MBq/μmol, labelling efficiency 78 %) for (68)Ga(III)-DTPA-bis(Met). Pre-treatment of xenografted U-87MG athymic mice with (68)Ga(III)-DTPA-bis(Met) following unlabelled L-methionine administration reduced tumour uptake by 10-folds in Micro PET. These data support the specific binding of (68)Ga(III)-DTPA-bis(Met) to the LAT1 transporter. To summarize, this agent possesses high stability in biological environment and exhibits effective interaction with its LAT1 transporters giving high accumulation in tumour area, excellent tumour/non-tumour ratio and low non-specific retention in vivo.