Steroid-Nitroxide Innovation #worldresearchawards #researcher #SteroidalNitroxide
Steroidal-nitroxide hybrids represent an emerging class of multifunctional molecules designed to combine the biological activity of steroid frameworks with the redox properties of nitroxide radicals. By integrating these two functional components into a single structure, researchers aim to develop dual modulators capable of influencing multiple biological pathways simultaneously. Steroids are well-known for their ability to regulate physiological processes, including inflammation, metabolism, and hormone signaling. Their rigid, lipophilic backbone allows effective interaction with cellular membranes and receptor sites. Nitroxides, on the other hand, are stable free radicals recognized for their antioxidant and redox-modulating capabilities. They can scavenge reactive oxygen species (ROS), reduce oxidative stress, and participate in electron transfer reactions. When chemically linked, steroidal-nitroxide hybrids merge receptor-targeting potential with antioxidant defense mechanisms. T...