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The 3-D structure of HIV-1 proteinase and the design of antiviral agents for the treatment of AIDS

  • Tom L. Blundell
  • , Risto Lapatto
  • , Andrew F. Wilderspin
  • , Andrew M. Hemmings
  • , Peter M. Hobart
  • , Dennis E. Danley
  • , Peter J. Whittle

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Abstract

A proteinase is essential for replication of HIV. Cloning and chemical synthesis have provided a sufficient supply of HIV-1 proteinase for the determination of its three-dimensional structure. Analogies between the structures of HIV-1 proteinase and the mammalian enzyme renin, which is involved in the control of blood pressure, have given important clues concerning the design of specific inhibitors that have antiviral activity.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)425-430
Number of pages6
JournalTrends in Biochemical Sciences
Volume15
Issue number11
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Nov 1990
Externally publishedYes

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  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
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