NMR investigations of glycan conformation, dynamics, and interactions
Progress in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
144-145, P. 97 - 152
Published: Oct. 12, 2024
Language: Английский
Strengthening an Intramolecular Non‐Classical Hydrogen Bond to Get in Shape for Binding
Angewandte Chemie,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
136(42)
Published: July 27, 2024
Abstract
In
this
research
article,
we
report
on
the
strengthening
of
a
non‐classical
hydrogen
bond
(C−H⋅⋅⋅O)
by
introducing
electron
withdrawing
groups
at
carbon
atom.
The
approach
is
demonstrated
example
derivatives
physiological
E‐selectin
ligand
sialyl
Lewis
x
(
1
,
sLe
).
Its
affinity
mainly
due
to
beneficial
entropy
term,
which
predominantly
caused
pre‐organization
in
its
binding
conformation.
We
have
shown,
that
among
elements
responsible
for
pre‐organization,
stabilization
between
H−C5
l
‐fucose
and
ring
oxygen
O5
neighboring
d
‐galactose
moiety
essential
yields
7.4
kJ
mol
−1
.
This
effect
could
be
further
strengthened
replacing
6,6,6‐trifluoro‐
leading
an
improved
H‐bond
14.9
i.e.,
bioactive
For
series
glycomimetics
),
outcome
confirmed
high
field
NMR‐shifts
Fuc
X‐ray
diffraction
analysis
co‐crystallized
with
as
well
isothermal
titration
calorimetry.
Furthermore,
electron‐withdrawing
character
CF
3
‐group
beneficially
influences
pharmacokinetic
properties
mimetics.
Thus,
acid‐stability,
prerequisite
gastrointestinal
stability,
substantially
improved.
Language: Английский
Nanoarchitectonics of cello-oligosaccharides: A route toward artificial nanocelluloses
Advances in Colloid and Interface Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
336, P. 103361 - 103361
Published: Nov. 29, 2024
Language: Английский
A glycan foldamer that uses carbohydrate–aromatic interactions to perform catalysis
Nature Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 26, 2025
Language: Английский
Controlling Glycan Folding with Ionic Functional Groups
Nishu Yadav,
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Ana Poveda,
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Yadiel Vázquez Mena
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et al.
Journal of the American Chemical Society,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 24, 2025
Glycans
are
intrinsically
flexible
molecules
that
can
adopt
many
conformations.
These
often
carry
ionic
functional
groups
influence
glycan's
conformational
preferences,
dynamics,
and
aggregation
tendencies.
Inspired
by
these
mechanisms,
we
have
engineered
a
glycan
sequence
whose
secondary
structure
be
precisely
manipulated
using
groups.
We
strategically
incorporated
substituents
into
adopting
hairpin
conformation.
Complementary
stabilized
the
closed
conformers,
while
repulsions
shifted
populations
toward
open
forms.
External
stimuli,
such
as
pH
variations
or
enzyme
addition,
enabled
us
to
dynamically
control
hairpin's
opening
closing.
Additionally,
changes
in
protonation
states
led
aggregation,
suggesting
opportunities
for
creation
of
responsive
glycan-based
materials.
Language: Английский
The synergy of experimental and computational approaches for visualizing glycoprotein dynamics: Exploring order within the apparent disorder of glycan conformational ensembles
Current Opinion in Structural Biology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
92, P. 103049 - 103049
Published: April 29, 2025
Understanding
the
dynamic
behavior
of
glycoproteins
is
crucial
for
deciphering
their
biological
roles.
This
review
explores
synergistic
use
experimental
and
computational
methods
to
address
this
complex
challenge.
Glycans,
with
inherent
flexibility
structural
diversity,
pose
significant
obstacles
traditional
analysis.
Innovative
techniques
offer
valuable
snapshots
glycan
conformations,
but
often
lack
context
a
physiological
environment.
Computational
simulations
provide
atomic-level
detail
explore
full
range
motions,
require
extensive
resources
validation.
Integrating
these
approaches,
by
using
data
refine
validate
models,
essential
accurately
capturing
interplay
between
glycans
proteins.
combined
strategy
promises
unlock
deeper
understanding
glycoprotein
function
inform
design
novel
therapeutics.
Language: Английский
Strengthening an Intramolecular Non‐Classical Hydrogen Bond to Get in Shape for Binding
Angewandte Chemie International Edition,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: July 27, 2024
Abstract
In
this
research
article,
we
report
on
the
strengthening
of
a
non‐classical
hydrogen
bond
(C−H⋅⋅⋅O)
by
introducing
electron
withdrawing
groups
at
carbon
atom.
The
approach
is
demonstrated
example
derivatives
physiological
E‐selectin
ligand
sialyl
Lewis
x
(
1
,
sLe
).
Its
affinity
mainly
due
to
beneficial
entropy
term,
which
predominantly
caused
pre‐organization
in
its
binding
conformation.
We
have
shown,
that
among
elements
responsible
for
pre‐organization,
stabilization
between
H−C5
l
‐fucose
and
ring
oxygen
O5
neighboring
d
‐galactose
moiety
essential
yields
7.4
kJ
mol
−1
.
This
effect
could
be
further
strengthened
replacing
6,6,6‐trifluoro‐
leading
an
improved
H‐bond
14.9
i.e.,
bioactive
For
series
glycomimetics
),
outcome
confirmed
high
field
NMR‐shifts
Fuc
X‐ray
diffraction
analysis
co‐crystallized
with
as
well
isothermal
titration
calorimetry.
Furthermore,
electron‐withdrawing
character
CF
3
‐group
beneficially
influences
pharmacokinetic
properties
mimetics.
Thus,
acid‐stability,
prerequisite
gastrointestinal
stability,
substantially
improved.
Language: Английский