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A Hierarchical Clustering Approach for Large Compound Libraries
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A modified version of the k-means clustering algorithm was developed that is able to analyze large compound libraries. A distance threshold determined by plotting the sum of radii of leaf clusters was used as a termination criterion for the clustering process. Hierarchical trees were constructed that can be used to obtain an overview of the data distribution and inherent cluster structure. The approach is also applicable to ligand-based virtual screening with the aim to generate preferred screening collections or focused compound libraries. Retrospective analysis of two activity classes was performed: inhibitors of caspase 1 [interleukin 1 (IL1) cleaving enzyme, ICE] and glucocorticoid receptor ligands. The MDL Drug Data Report (MDDR) and Collection of Bioactive Reference Analogues (COBRA) databases served as the compound pool, for which binary trees were produced. Molecules were encoded by all Molecular Operating Environment 2D descriptors and topological pharmacophore atom types. Individual clusters were assessed for their purity and enrichment of actives belonging to the two ligand classes. Significant enrichment was observed in individual branches of the cluster tree. After clustering a combined database of MDDR, COBRA, and the SPECS catalog, it was possible to retrieve MDDR ICE inhibitors with new scaffolds using COBRA ICE inhibitors as seeds. A Java implementation of the clustering method is available via the Internet (http://www.modlab.de).
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- Published In Issue July 25, 2005
- Received January 3, 2005
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