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The five bromotryptophans.

S Bittner1, R Scherzer, E Harlev

  • 1Department of Chemistry, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel. bittner@bgumail.bgu.ac.il

Amino Acids
|October 13, 2006
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Marine invertebrates utilize bromotryptophans (BrTrps), amino acids formed by post-translational modification, in complex structures. These compounds and their derivatives exhibit significant pharmacological activities, including anticancer and antimicrobial properties, warranting further research.

Area of Science:

  • Marine Natural Products Chemistry
  • Medicinal Chemistry
  • Organic Synthesis

Background:

  • Bromotryptophans (BrTrps) are crucial post-translationally modified amino acids found in marine invertebrates.
  • These compounds are integral components of peptides, alkaloids, and macrocycles, not found in free form.
  • BrTrps and their derivatives are prevalent in marine secondary metabolites.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the synthesis, properties, and biological activities of the five regioisomeric bromotryptophans.
  • To explore the diverse pharmacological applications of BrTrps and related natural products.
  • To provide a synopsis of the chemical and biological actions of BrTrp-containing compounds for future research.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review of synthetic routes for BrTrps and their derivatives.

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  • Analysis of physical and spectroscopic properties of BrTrps.
  • Compilation of reported pharmacological and biological activities of BrTrp-containing natural products.

    • Main Results:

    • Detailed synthetic strategies for the five BrTrps and numerous derivatives are presented.
    • Cyclic peptides (e.g., konbamide, keramamides) and non-cyclic peptides (e.g., styelins, conotoxins) containing BrTrps are highlighted.
    • Non-peptidic marine metabolites like barettin and bromotryptanthrin, alongside various brominated beta-carbolines, demonstrate significant bioactivities.

    Conclusions:

    • BrTrp-containing compounds, particularly those from marine sources, possess a wide array of therapeutic properties, including antifungal, antimicrobial, antihelmintic, insecticidal, ichthyotoxic, and anticancer activities.
    • Despite limited understanding of their precise human physiological roles, the extensive study of their effects underscores their therapeutic potential.
    • This review provides a foundation for future research into the synthesis, symbiosis, and therapeutic applications of bromotryptophan derivatives.