Squaryl group-modified UDP analogs as inhibitors of the endoplasmic reticulum-resident folding sensor enzyme UGGT

Chem Commun (Camb). 2023 Mar 2;59(19):2803-2806. doi: 10.1039/d2cc06634c.

Abstract

UDP-Glc:glycoprotein glucosyltransferase (UGGT) has a central role to retain quality control of correctly folded N-glycoprotein in the endoplasmic reticulum (ER). A selective and potent inhibitor against UGGT could lead to elucidation of UGGT-related events, but such a molecule has not been identified so far. Examples of small molecules with UGGT inhibitory activity are scarce. Here, we report squaryl group-modified UDP analogs as a promising UGGT inhibitor. Among these, the compound possessing a 2'-amino group of the uridine moiety and hydroxyethyl-substituted squaramide exhibited the highest potency, suggesting its relevance as a molecule for further optimization.

MeSH terms

  • Endoplasmic Reticulum / metabolism
  • Glucosyltransferases* / metabolism
  • Glycoproteins
  • Protein Folding
  • Uridine Diphosphate*

Substances

  • Glucosyltransferases
  • Uridine Diphosphate
  • Glycoproteins