OUr small interfering Rna design
We focused on designing siRNA therapeutics for Charcot–Marie–Tooth disease type 1A (CMT1A), caused by PMP22 gene duplication and overexpression. Candidate siRNAs were selected to minimize off-target effects, avoid immune activation, and ensure structural stability. Modeling and docking simulations evaluated binding affinity with Argonaute 2 (Ago2), integrating ΔG, HADDOCK score, buried surface area, and seed region exposure. Three top candidates (siP1, siP2, siP3) showed strong binding, favorable thermodynamics, and low off-target risk. This work presents a robust framework for rational siRNA design in CMT1A and other gene-duplication disorders.