Atypical structural and π-electron features of a melanin polymer that lead to superior free-radical-scavenging properties

Angew Chem Int Ed Engl. 2013 Nov 25;52(48):12684-7. doi: 10.1002/anie.201305747. Epub 2013 Oct 7.
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Keywords: EPR spectroscopy; TEM; biopolymers; melanin; radicals.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Benzothiazoles / chemistry
  • Biphenyl Compounds / chemistry
  • Electron Spin Resonance Spectroscopy
  • Electrons
  • Free Radical Scavengers / chemistry*
  • Free Radical Scavengers / pharmacology
  • Melanins / chemistry*
  • Melanins / pharmacology
  • Models, Molecular
  • Nitric Oxide / chemistry
  • Picrates / chemistry
  • Spectrophotometry, Ultraviolet
  • Sulfonic Acids / chemistry

Substances

  • Benzothiazoles
  • Biphenyl Compounds
  • Free Radical Scavengers
  • Melanins
  • Picrates
  • Sulfonic Acids
  • 2,2'-azino-di-(3-ethylbenzothiazoline)-6-sulfonic acid
  • Nitric Oxide
  • 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl