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Modified RNA sequence pools for in vitro selection

Y Lin1, Q Qiu, S C Gill

  • 1NeXagen, Inc., Boulder, CO 80301.

Nucleic Acids Research
|December 11, 1994
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Modified RNA ligands with 2'-amino groups exhibit enhanced stability and specificity for human neutrophil elastase (HNE). These ligands form G-quartet structures, offering potential for therapeutic applications.

Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry
  • Molecular Biology
  • Medicinal Chemistry

Background:

  • Human neutrophil elastase (HNE) is a serine protease implicated in various inflammatory diseases.
  • Developing specific inhibitors for HNE is crucial for therapeutic intervention.
  • Modified nucleic acids offer potential advantages in stability and binding affinity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify high-affinity ligands specific for human neutrophil elastase (HNE) using modified RNA.
  • To evaluate the stability of these modified RNA ligands in biological fluids.
  • To investigate the structural basis of ligand-HNE interaction.

Main Methods:

  • In vitro selection was employed using 2 extquotesingle-NH2 modified RNA.
  • Ligand stability was assessed in human serum and urine.

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  • RNase T1 cleavage assays in the presence of K+ and Li+ ions were used for structural analysis.

    • Main Results:

    • High-affinity RNA ligands specific for HNE were successfully selected.
    • The 2 extquotesingle-NH2 modified RNA ligands demonstrated enhanced stability compared to unmodified RNA.
    • Structural analysis suggested the formation of intermolecular G-quartet structures by the selected ligands.

    Conclusions:

    • 2 extquotesingle-NH2 modified RNA is a promising platform for developing specific HNE ligands.
    • Enhanced stability in biological fluids makes these ligands attractive for therapeutic development.
    • The identified G-quartet structures provide insights into HNE-ligand interactions.