Creative Peptides articles

If we were to delve into the intricate world of biochemistry, we would come across the functionality of diverse molecules that perform essential roles in biological systems. One such class of molecules, peptides, are short chains of amino acid monomers linked by peptide bonds. These aren't just any ordinary molecules; these are functional peptides which undeniably contribute a significant part to our biological mechanism

Functional peptides are classified into several types

The formation of 2,5-diketopiperazine (DKP) with a bicyclic structure is one of the most detrimental side reactions and degradation pathways affecting peptide synthesis. Despite its crucial role as a versatile building block in drug discovery, the formation of DKP reactions is hig

Vaccines are considered one of the most successful medical interventions in the past few centuries, aiming to harness the human immune system and generate lasting protection against specific diseases. Traditional vaccines rely on the use of inactivated pathogens to trigger an immune response. However, many of these formulations carry a high risk of causing allergies or autoimmune reactions. Peptide vaccines are increasingly seen as an economically efficient and safe approach to circumven

Classes of Cell-Penetrating Peptides

There are many types of cell-penetrating peptides (CPPs), and their classification is based on physicochemical properties, sources, intake mechanisms, and biomedical applications. There is no unified conclusion yet. According to their physical and chemical properties, CPPs can be divided into three types: cationic, amphiphilic and hydrophobic, among which cati

The FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) regulatory approval of a total of 26 NME (New Molecular Entity) drugs in the first half of 2023. It is worth noting that the 26 drugs approved include 4 peptide drugs, accounting for 15% of the total.

In the past 2022, the FDA has approved only three peptide drugs: Tirzepatide, Lutetium 177Lu Vipivotide Tetraxetan and Terlipressin, of which terlipressin was previously available outside the United States as Glypressin®. There