Phenyl Vinyl Sulfoxide
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Ref. 3D-VAA45153
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Phenyl vinyl sulfoxide is an organosulfur compound that is used as a preservative in pharmaceuticals. It inhibits the production of prostaglandin, which is involved in inflammatory responses and various other physiological processes. Phenyl vinyl sulfoxide has been shown to inhibit the development of autoimmune diseases by preventing the release of pro-inflammatory cytokines. This drug also has anti-tumor effects and can be used as a lead compound for anticancer drugs. The x-ray crystal structure of phenyl vinyl sulfoxide was determined by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. Phenyl vinyl sulfoxide binds to the sulfur atom on thiol groups in proteins, forming a coordination complex with diphenyl sulfoxide and trifluoroacetic acid, which are strong acids that form covalent bonds with sulfoxides. This binding prevents the formation of disulfide bridges in proteins, thereby inhibiting protein synthesis and cell division.