Peptoid-Based Chelating Molecules 2017-181

APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY:

• Radiolabeling
• Metal separation
• Water treatment

ADVANTAGES:

• Robust chelators
• High selectivity

ABSTRACT:

Researchers led by Rebecca Abergel have developed a new class of chelators – molecules that can bind metals – that incorporate peptoids into the chelator backbone, offering more control over the chelator’s structure and ligands.

Details of this technology are provided in the published patent application referenced below.

DEVELOPMENT STAGE: Proven principle

STATUS: Published PCT patent application US2017/048910 (publication #WO 2018/063638). Available for licensing or collaborative research.

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HOPO Ligands to Separate and Purify Metal Ions Including Lanthanides, Actinides, and Tetravalent Metal Ions from Other Ions, 2017-107

Decorporation Agent for Therapeutic Chelation of Industrial and Clinical Toxic Heavy Metals 2016-078

Oral Dosage Forms for Actinide Decorporation Agent 2016-079