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Mal-VC-PAB-DM1 is a drug-linker conjugate for ADC with potent antitumor activity by using DM1 (a potent microtubule-disrupting agent), linked via the ADC linker Mal-VC-PAB.
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Mal-VC-PAB-DM1 is a highly effective compound used in targeted cancer therapy, specifically in the development of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). The maleimide (Mal) group allows for efficient conjugation to thiol-containing biomolecules such as antibodies or peptides. The VC (Val-Cit) linker is a cleavable bond that ensures the controlled release of the cytotoxic payload, DM1, inside the target cells. DM1, a potent microtubule inhibitor, is the active component responsible for inducing cancer cell death. The PAB (para-amino benzoic acid) spacer improves the solubility and stability of the conjugate, optimizing its pharmacokinetics for therapeutic applications. This combination of features makes Mal-VC-PAB-DM1 a promising agent for targeted cancer treatments.
One of the key applications of Mal-VC-PAB-DM1 is in the development of targeted antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for cancer therapy. ADCs are designed to deliver cytotoxic drugs directly to tumor cells, minimizing damage to healthy tissues. By linking DM1 to an antibody via the Mal-VC-PAB conjugate, the drug is selectively delivered to cancer cells that express specific tumor-associated antigens. Once internalized by the cancer cell, the VC linker is cleaved, releasing DM1, which disrupts microtubule dynamics and leads to cell cycle arrest and apoptosis. This targeted approach enhances the therapeutic efficacy of DM1 while reducing systemic toxicity.
Mal-VC-PAB-DM1 also has applications in drug resistance research and the exploration of novel therapeutic strategies. By studying the mechanisms of ADCs like Mal-VC-PAB-DM1, researchers can better understand how cancer cells develop resistance to chemotherapy and identify strategies to overcome this resistance. For example, modifications to the linker, payload, or targeting moiety can be tested to improve drug delivery or circumvent mechanisms of resistance. This can lead to the development of more effective cancer treatments and help optimize the use of ADCs in clinical settings.
In addition, Mal-VC-PAB-DM1 can be employed in the development of other peptide-drug conjugates (PDCs) for the treatment of diseases beyond cancer. The ability to modify the linker and the targeting group makes this conjugate adaptable for applications in different disease areas, including autoimmune diseases or infections. By selecting specific peptide ligands that bind to disease markers, Mal-VC-PAB-DM1 could potentially be used to deliver cytotoxic agents to cells involved in non-cancerous conditions, broadening its therapeutic potential.
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BOC Sciences offers comprehensive services for ADC manufacturing, including antibody modification, linker chemistry, payload conjugation, and formulation development. In particular, our payload-linker customization service offers a convenient and fast raw material channel for many ADC researchers.
BOC Sciences provides one-stop site-specific conjugation services for amino acids, glycans, non-natural amino acids, and short peptide tags. In addition, cysteine conjugation, lysine conjugation, enzymatic conjugation, thio-engineered antibody can also be obtained quickly.
BOC Sciences offers a full range of linkers, including peptide linkers, PEG linkers, click chemistry, PROTAC linkers, non-cleavable linkers, etc. We also provide custom development services for chemically labile linkers and enzymatically cleavable linkers.
