Chemistry of protein drug interactions Flashcards
1
Q
What determines how a protein functions?
A
proteins specific conformation
2
Q
define primary structure
A
the amino acid sequence
3
Q
What two types of beta pleated sheets are there?
A
parallel and antiparallel
4
Q
what are the three steps to characterising drug target protein interactions?
A
identifying any electrostatic interactions
identify any h bonds
identify VDW forces
