Using Computational Methods to Identify Inhibitors of CaMKII and SGK1 Enzyme-Function in the Fight against Heart Disease

Nicholas Tomasko

Heart disease causes 25% of deaths worldwide. The continued discovery of new medications to treat heart diseases is thus essential for preserving human life. Ca2+/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase II (CaMKII) and serine/threonine protein kinase 1 (SGK1) are two enzymes associated with severe heart conditions. Computational methods were employed to screen for inhibitors of these enzymes. Three compounds were found to bind with high affinity within the active site of each enzyme, potentially inhibiting their function.
Major: 
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Exhibition Category: 
Health and Life Sciences
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
University Park
Faculty Sponsor: 
John Alumasa
Poster Number: 
15762