Rationally designed chemical modulators convert a bacterial channel protein into a pH-sensory valve

A. Koçer, M. Walko, E. Bulten, E. Halza, B.L. Feringa, W. Meijberg*

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Abstract

Open channels: Chemical modulators are developed to convert a naturally occurring channel protein into a pH-actuated nanovalve. The pH interval, sensitivity, and activation of the valve by channel opening are tunable through the design of the modulators. The valve is useful for releasing or mixing the contents of liposomes at a desired location, time, and dosage, for example, in micro/nanosensory and delivery devices (see picture).
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)3126-3130
JournalAngewandte Chemie - International Edition
Volume45
Issue number19
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2006

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