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Shannon Morey
Chemistry Graduate Student
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New Biomimetic
Materials
Synthetic polypeptides can fold into
stable secondary structures similar to those of
biologically prevalent polypeptides, unlike most
traditional polymers, which usually form random coils. Due
to this interesting capability and their biocompatibility,
these synthetic polypeptides lend themselves to cellular
applications. Large scale synthesis of the polypeptides is
possible as is modification of the polymer using click
chemistry. These modified polypeptides have the potential
for use in drug and gene delivery.
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