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DNA aptamers masking angiotensin converting enzyme 2 as an innovative way to treat SARS-CoV-2 pandemic.
Pharmacological research - 1 Jan 2022
Villa Alessandro, Brunialti Electra, Dellavedova Jessica, Meda Clara, Rebecchi Monica, Conti Matteo, Donnici Lorena, De Francesco Raffaele, Reggiani Angelo, Lionetti Vincenzo, Ciana Paolo
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All the different coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 variants isolated so far share the same mechanism of infection mediated by the interaction of their spike (S) glycoprotein with specific residues on their cellular receptor: the angiotensin converting enzyme 2 (ACE2). Therefore, the steric hindrance on this cellular receptor created by a bulk macromolecule may represent an effective strategy for the prevention of the viral...
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