Mode of Action Studies

Comprehending Mechanism of Action (MOA): Approaches, Techniques, and Characterization

Unraveling the mechanism of action through which a compound modulates its target’s function or the biology of cells is paramount to establishing the target engagement and target mediated outcome. Jubilant Biosys excels in employing various complementary approaches to identify a compound’s mechanism of action. Classical enzymology techniques are utilized to discern whether compounds belong to the four main classes of activity inhibition: competitive, non-competitive, mixed, and uncompetitive. Additionally, reversibility can be established by multiple methods and tailored evaluation.

To determine a compound’s mechanism of action on receptor targets, classical pharmacology experiments are used to characterize receptor agonists and antagonists, while biophysical methods are employed to characterize binding kinetics and competition with other non-enzyme targets. For a deeper understanding of a compound’s molecular MOA, structural approaches help elucidate target engagement and also establish the precise interaction Jubilant Biosys utilizes protein production and crystallography to characterize compound binding at a structural level. Our scientists have a comprehensive set of skills and techniques that enable thorough characterization of the mechanism of action: