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Cell-penetrating peptides as a delivery system for oligonucleotides

Drug Discovery World

These peptides typically contain up to 30 amino acids and can be cationic, amphipathic or both. Originally, GLP1R was viewed as unsuitable for selective drug delivery, due to its low abundance and restricted ability to internalise a large amount of drug conjugate. Here, Bachem explores the science behind this approach.