Abstract
Aptamers- short nucleic acid or peptide ligands- attracted considerable attention across various disciplines as target specific therapeutic, delivery vehicle and diagnostic tools. The applicability of aptamers - often termed as ‘chemical antibodies’ – continues to grow and possess certain edge over the antibody counterpart. In this special issue, we have invited seven contributors to highlight the chemical biology, therapeutic, biosensor and imaging applications of aptamers. Furthermore, the issue end with an outlook of aptamer technology after 25 years of history.
Current Topics in Medicinal Chemistry
Title:Editorial (Thematic Issue: Medicinal Chemistry of Aptamers)
Volume: 15 Issue: 12
Author(s): Rakesh N. Veedu
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Abstract: Aptamers- short nucleic acid or peptide ligands- attracted considerable attention across various disciplines as target specific therapeutic, delivery vehicle and diagnostic tools. The applicability of aptamers - often termed as ‘chemical antibodies’ – continues to grow and possess certain edge over the antibody counterpart. In this special issue, we have invited seven contributors to highlight the chemical biology, therapeutic, biosensor and imaging applications of aptamers. Furthermore, the issue end with an outlook of aptamer technology after 25 years of history.
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Veedu N. Rakesh, Editorial (Thematic Issue: Medicinal Chemistry of Aptamers), Current Topics in Medicinal Chemistry 2015; 15 (12) . https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/1568026615666150413161707
DOI https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/1568026615666150413161707 |
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Publisher Name Bentham Science Publisher |
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