In nature, proteins fulfill manifold different functions and are crucial as, for example, enzymes or templates for the controlled formation of structural components such as bones. The Wennemers group is intrigued by the question whether also peptides with significantly lower molecular weights compared to proteins can fulfill functions for which nature evolved large macromolecules. Specifically we ask whether peptides can serve as effective asymmetric catalysts, templates for the controlled formation of metal nanoparticles, synthetic collagen based materials, or tumor targeting vectors. The lecture will illustrate recent developments with a focus on proline-rich peptides.

Bioinspired chemistry with proline-rich peptides

247th National Meeting (2014)

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