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Synthesis of Ceramide Mimics with a Pseudo Cyclic Framework
Suzuki, Hikokazu,Mori, Michiko,Shibakami, Motonari
, p. 2163 - 2166 (2007/10/03)
We have designed and synthesized ceramide mimics with a pseudo cyclic framework that can be converted to 'dimeric' sphingomyelins and glycosphingolipids for potential components of artificial rafts. These molecules are characterized by the presence of (i) two hydrophilic head groups, (ii) a covalently bonded hydrocarbon chain, and (iii) two untethered alkyl chains. Self-assembling of a ceramide mimic into nanorods is briefly discussed.
