Self-assembly of a cyclo-pentapeptide with a novel frame structure

Fadeng Yang, Pengli Zhang, Jianbo Liu, Chuan Wan, Jinming Sun, Chuan Dai, Zhihong Liu, Yuhao An, Yujie Wu, Yun Xing, Feng Yin*, Yuxin Ye*, Wei Han*, Zigang Li*

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

ABSTRACT Developing novel building blocks with predictable side-chain orientations and minimal intramolecular interactions is essential for peptide-based self-assembling materials. Traditional structures like α-helices and β-sheets rely on such interactions for stability, limiting control over exposed interacting moieties. Here, we reported a novel, frame-like peptide scaffold that maintains exceptional stability without intramolecular interactions. This structure exposes its backbone and orients side chains for hierarchical self-assembly into micron-scale cubes. By introducing mutations at specific sites, we controlled packing orientations, offering new options for tunable self-assembly. Our scaffold provides a versatile platform for designing advanced peptide materials, with applications in nanotechnology and biomaterials.
Original languageEnglish
Article number110785
Number of pages8
JournalChinese Chemical Letters
Volume36
Issue number9
Early online date24 Dec 2024
DOIs
Publication statusE-pub ahead of print - 24 Dec 2024

User-Defined Keywords

  • Peptide based self-assembly
  • Cyclo-pentapeptide
  • Rigid frame-like structure
  • Hierarchical packing
  • Chiral center induced conformation

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