Efficient synthesis of protein mimics by sequential native chemical ligation

Helmus van de Langemheen, H Linda C Quarles van Ufford, John A W Kruijtzer, Rob M J Liskamp

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    Abstract

    Synthetic mimics of protein surfaces have the potential to become inhibitors of protein-protein interactions or even synthetic vaccines. However, the synthesis of these complicated molecular constructs is still difficult. Here we describe an efficient and versatile synthesis of protein mimics containing up to three different cyclic peptides. Using a sequential native chemical ligation strategy, peptide loops containing a thioester handle were introduced onto a triazacyclophane scaffold bearing orthogonal protected cysteine residues.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)2138-41
    Number of pages4
    JournalOrganic Letters
    Volume16
    Issue number8
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 18 Apr 2014

    Keywords

    • Aza Compounds
    • Cysteine
    • Heterocyclic Compounds, 2-Ring
    • Molecular Structure
    • Peptides, Cyclic

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