Folate-PEG11-Azide (Folic Acid-PEG11-Azide)
Folate-PEG11-Azide is a compound designed for targeted drug delivery and bioconjugation. It combines folic acid for cancer cell targeting, a PEG12 spacer for better solubility and stability, and an azide group for efficient bioconjugation.
Key Features:
- Folic Acid:
- Targets folate receptors commonly overexpressed in cancer cells.
- Ensures precise delivery of drugs or imaging agents.
- PEG11 Spacer:
- Enhances solubility and stability in biological environments.
- Minimizes steric hindrance, improving conjugation efficiency.
- Azide Group:
- Enables click chemistry for easy attachment to biomolecules.
- Works with proteins, peptides, and other agents.
Applications:
- Targeted Drug Delivery:
- Delivers therapeutic agents directly to cancer cells with folate receptor targeting.
- Reduces side effects and improves treatment efficiency.
- Bioconjugation:
- Links to biomolecules for creating drug conjugates or imaging probes.
- Cancer Diagnostics and Therapy:
- Develops tools for diagnosing and treating cancers selectively.
- Biomedical Research:
- Supports innovative drug delivery systems and diagnostic solutions.
Folate-PEG11-Azide is an essential tool for drug research, offering improved solubility, stability, and precise targeting, making it ideal for therapeutic and diagnostic advancements.
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