Anomalous glucose-responsive rheological changes in a boronic acid-modified hyaluronan

Chem Commun (Camb). 2023 Apr 25;59(34):5114-5117. doi: 10.1039/d3cc01020a.

Abstract

Herein, we report anomalous glucose (Glc)-responsive gelation/solation in 3-aminophenylboronic acid-modified hyaluronic acid. With 5-20 mM Glc, gelation occurred, resulting in the formation of crosslinks via Glc, which could reversibly bind to the two boronic acid sites. Solation was induced at Glc concentrations of >80 mM.

MeSH terms

  • Boronic Acids
  • Glucose* / metabolism
  • Hyaluronic Acid*

Substances

  • Glucose
  • Hyaluronic Acid
  • Boronic Acids