Model Systems for Flavoenzyme Activity: Relationships between Cofactor Structure, Binding and Redox Properties
摘要:
A series of flavins were synthesized bearing electron-withdrawing and -donating substituents. The electrochemical properties of these flavins in a nonpolar solvent were determined. The recognition of these flavins by a diamidopyridine (DAP) receptor and the effect this receptor has on flavin redox potential was also quantified. It was found that the DAP-flavin binding affinity and the reduction potentials (E-1/2) for both the DAP-bound and unbound flavins correlated well with functions derived from linear free energy relationships (LFERs). These results provide insight and predictive capability for the interplay of electronics and redox state-specific interactions for both abiotic and enzymatic systems.
Synthesis and redox properties of novel alkynyl flavins
摘要:
The synthesis of C7 and/or C8 alkynyl flavins is described. The yields range from 14-48% over six steps. The reduction potentials of these compounds are in good agreement with the values expected based on the Hammett substituent coefficients. (C) 2000 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.