A small molecule peptidomimetic of spider silk and webs

作者:Maji Krishnendu; Sarkar Rajib; Bera Santu; Haldar Debasish*
来源:Chemical Communications, 2014, 50(84): 12749-12752.
DOI:10.1039/c4cc04475d

摘要

A peptidomimetic compound containing leucine, tyrosine and malonic acid self-assembles through various noncovalent interactions to form spider silk-like fibers at ambient temperature. From the high-density liquid, a liquid-solid phase transition is initiated at 20 degrees C and solidification occurs upon contact with air. The fiber has comprehensive mechanical strength and optical properties similar to spider silk, and can be used to mimic a natural spider web.

  • 出版日期2014