Functionalizable collagen model peptides

J Am Chem Soc. 2010 Oct 13;132(40):13957-9. doi: 10.1021/ja103392t.

Abstract

The functionalizability and conformational properties of azidoproline (Azp)-containing collagen model peptides (CMPs) were studied. The results show that (4R)Azp has a similar stabilizing effect on the collagen triple helix as (4R)hydroxyproline and that functionalized CMPs are readily accessible by "click" chemistry. The resulting triazole-functionalized CMPs form stable triple helices, demonstrating that sterically demanding moieties in three symmetry-related positions in all strands are tolerated. The straightforward synthesis and facile functionalizability of the Azp-containing CMPs are intriguing for the development of functional collagen-based materials.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Collagen / chemistry*
  • Models, Molecular*
  • Peptides / chemistry*

Substances

  • Peptides
  • Collagen