- Chemical Formula: C123H198N36O34
- Molecular Weight: 2,850.4 g/mol
- Structure: A complex cyclic peptide composed of 36 amino acids, with multiple disulfide bridges and post-translational modifications.
- Function: NRP-7 is a highly specific nanite regulation peptide designed to bind to the active sites of various nanites, modulating their activity and preventing excessive nanite proliferation. It works by:
- Inhibiting nanite replication in rapidly dividing cells.
- Promoting nanite degradation in overloaded systems.
- Regulating nanite communication, reducing swarm formation and uncontrolled behavior.
- Production: Synthesizing NRP-7 requires advanced peptide synthesis techniques, such as solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) using Fmoc chemistry. The final product must then be purified through multiple chromatography steps to ensure high purity (>95%) and proper folding of the peptide.
- Storage: Due to its complex structure and sensitivity to heat, light, and oxidation, NRP-7 should be stored at -80°C in lyophilized form under an inert atmosphere. Before use, it must be reconstituted with sterile water or a suitable buffer solution.