Invention:
This invention describes the use of pseudo peptides to cross the blood-brain barrier and bind to targeted receptors to achieve pharmaceutical effects.
Background:
Increased research has led to the exploration of peptides delivering compounds by diffusing across the blood-brain barrier. Many peptide-based drugs are not created using pseudo-peptides, however, glycosylation plays a key role in manipulating the structure of existing peptides. This invention uses glycosylation to create a newly folded peptide that can then be used in a variety of pharmaceutical applications to produce medicinal effects.
Applications:
- Targeted drug delivery
- Biosensors
- Diagnostic imaging
Advantages:
- Increased capability to cross the blood-brain barrier
- Increased affinity to bind to specific targeted receptors
- Breakdown of the compound may not yield any toxic effects
