Supramolecular materials constructed from synthetic glycopeptides via aqueous self-assembly and their bioapplications in immunotherapy

Abstract

Synthetic glycopeptides capable of self-assembly in aqueous environments form a range of supramolecular nanostructures, such as nanoparticles and nanofibers, owing to their amphiphilic nature and the diverse structures of the saccharides introduced. These glycopeptide-based supramolecular materials are promising for immunotherapy applications because of their biocompatibility and multivalent saccharide display, which enhances lectin–saccharide interactions. This review highlights recent advances in the molecular design of synthetic glycopeptide-based supramolecular materials and their use as immunomodulatory agents.