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In situ assembly of peptides in living cells

Source: Nature - Protocols • Published: 27 Oct 2026, 00:00

Summarized by Masters of Longevity from Nature - Protocols.

Researchers detail protocols for intracellular peptide assembly triggered by biological stimuli.

In situ assembly of peptides in living cells
Key Takeaways
  • In situ assembly is driven by stimuli-responsive unnatural amino acids.
  • Assemblies were formed in murine and human cancer cell lines.
  • Therapeutic activity in mice was reported but causality remains unproven.
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