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  • Chemical Biology
  • Medicinal Chemistry
  • Biochemistry

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  • Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) plays crucial roles in physiological and pathological processes.
  • Controlled release of H2S is vital for understanding its cellular signaling mechanisms.
  • Existing synthetic H2S donors present challenges in precise release control.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design and synthesize novel photocaged H2S donors with tunable release properties.
  • To investigate the influence of electronic properties and payload leaving efficiency on H2S release.
  • To establish a versatile platform for H2S research and therapeutic applications.

Main Methods:

  • Synthesis of photocaged N-methylation thiocarbamates and thiocarbonates.
  • Photochemical activation to release carbonyl sulfide (COS).
  • Enzymatic conversion of COS to H2S by carbonic anhydrase.
  • Fluorescence monitoring of the reaction progression.
  • Conjugation of H2S donors with active pharmaceutical ingredients.

Main Results:

  • A diverse library of photocaged H2S donors was successfully synthesized.
  • Compounds demonstrated controllable H2S release triggered by light.
  • The study elucidated structure-activity relationships governing H2S release kinetics.
  • The platform was validated for creating H2S-releasing hybrid prodrugs.

Conclusions:

  • A novel class of photocaged H2S donors was developed, offering precise temporal and spatial control.
  • These donors serve as valuable tools for investigating H2S biology.
  • The developed platform shows significant potential for developing novel H2S-based therapeutics.