Membrane active polymers

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2011-01-18

2011-01-18

Dunston, Jennifer (Department: 1636)

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology

Process of mutation, cell fusion, or genetic modification

Introduction of a polynucleotide molecule into or...

C435S440000, C424S486000

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ABSTRACT:
We describe a class of polymaleic anhydride polymers capable of disrupting cell membranes. Co-delivery of these polymers with biologically active compounds increases cellular cytoplasmic delivery of the compounds.

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