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Light-triggered Release of Antimicrobial Peptides from PEGylated Prodrugs

Zhi Chen, Xunxiang Qiu, Yang Wan, Leyun Wang

Abstract


By synthesizing a light-sensitive AMP-mPEG prodrug with controllable release, we aimed to enhance drug bio-stability and antimicrobial effi cacy. Incorporating light-shielding amino acids and employing a “click” reaction enabled mPEG conjugation to the AMP peptide chain. This study successfully designed and synthesized an AMP-mPEG prodrug, revealing restored antimicrobial activity post-irradiation. Findings provide insights into reversible PEGylation for antimicrobial peptides, serving as a reference for related research in international journals.

Keywords


Antimicrobial peptide; PEGylation; Prodrug; Hemolysis

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.18686/ahe.v7i35.12566

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