2.3 CuAAC in Protein Conjugation

Abstract

This chapter summarizes the use of the copper-catalyzed azide–alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) reaction in the synthesis of peptide and protein conjugates. The different reaction conditions used for construction of the conjugates and their application in various disciplines are covered. Synthetic strategies for the introduction of the click groups (azide or alkyne) into the peptide backbones are included as well.