Human serum albumin mutants complexed Mn(iii) protoporphyrin IX as superoxide dismutase mimics†
Abstract
Genetically engineered human serum albumin (HSA) mutants complexed Mn(III) protoporphyrin IX (MnPP) in the haem pocket showed superoxide dismutase activity. Replacement of a proximal Tyr-161 by non-coordinating Leu caused a remarkable increase in enzyme activity.
- This article is part of the themed collection: Coordination Programming: Science of Molecular Superstructures Towards Chemical Devices