Project

Exploration of the importance of acyl chains for the bioactivity of Cyclic Lipodepsipeptides from Pseudomonas bacteria

Code
01SC7324
Duration
01 October 2024 → 30 September 2028
Funding
Regional and community funding: Special Research Fund
Research disciplines
  • Natural sciences
    • Structural analysis
    • Characterisation of biologically active (macro)molecules
    • Bio-organic chemistry
Keywords
Lipopeptides antimicrobial total synthesis NMR spectroscopy Biophysical chemistry
 
Project description

Pseudomonas-derived Cyclic Lipodepsipeptides (CLiPs) showcase antibacterial, antifungal, and cytotoxic potential for agriculture and health applications. The study aims to deepen understanding of their bioactivity by investigating the role of the inherent acyl chain and enhancing potency through inclusion of additional chains. Utilizing total synthesis, NMR structure determination, molecular modelling, and bioactivity assessments, the project aims to establish superior structure-activity relationships.