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Artificial Host Molecules Modifying Biomacromolecules

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Regulating the functions of biomacromolecules through chemical modifications has long been concerned as a key issue in chemistry and biochemistry. Although significant progress has been made in the modification of biomacromolecules by utilizing traditional covalent chemistry, the recently emerged supramolecular approaches, particularly those based on specific host-guest recognition, have been recognized as alternative strategies which can offer new opportunities in modulating biomolecular functions. In this chapter, we mainly focus on the discussion of the host-guest recognition assisted modifications of biomacromolecules including proteins/peptides, carbohydrates, as well as DNA and nucleic acids. We hope that this chapter can provide a worth learning summary in multidisciplinary fields of supramolecular chemistry and biochemistry, which may shine light on exploring the future of such flourishing and vibrant topic with myriad possibilities by encouraging and opening the windows to researchers from different backgrounds.

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Zhan, TG., Zhang, KD. (2019). Artificial Host Molecules Modifying Biomacromolecules. In: Liu, Y., Chen, Y., Zhang, HY. (eds) Handbook of Macrocyclic Supramolecular Assembly . Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-1744-6_48-1

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