Description
N-(Azido-PEG3)-N-(PEG2-amine)-PEG3-acid serves as a heterotrifunctional PEG linker incorporating azide (N3), amine (NH2), and carboxylic acid functionalities. The azide can engage in reactions with alkynes, BCN, and DBCO through click chemistry methods to form stable triazole linkages. The amine group reacts readily with carboxylic acids, activated NHS esters, and carbonyls (including ketones and aldehydes).
Applications
In the field of drug delivery, it can be used to modify the surface of nanoparticles or liposomes. The azide group enables specific conjugation with targeting ligands or drugs through click chemistry, allowing for targeted and controlled release.