Effect of Modification Strategies on the Biological Activity of Peptides/Proteins

Chembiochem. 2024 Feb 1;25(3):e202300481. doi: 10.1002/cbic.202300481. Epub 2023 Dec 8.

Abstract

Covalent attachment of biologically active peptides/proteins with functional moieties is an effective strategy to control their biodistribution, pharmacokinetics, enzymatic digestion, and toxicity. This review focuses on the characteristics of different modification strategies and their effects on the biological activity of peptides/proteins and illustrates their relevant applications and potential.

Keywords: N-terminal acetylation; PEGylation; biological activity; glycosylation; peptides/proteins.

Publication types

  • Review
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Peptides* / metabolism
  • Peptides* / pharmacology
  • Proteins* / metabolism
  • Tissue Distribution

Substances

  • Proteins
  • Peptides