A joint study between researchers in Ljubljana and Semmelweis University in Budapest, Hungary, examines the use of photoremovable protecting groups (PPGs)—chemical tools that enable the temporary inactivation and light-triggered release of biologically active compounds. The research focuses on quinoline-based PPGs, which have been studied for over two decades, and considers how their chemical design has evolved alongside practical applications in drug delivery and biological research. The study also reflects on broader trends in the field, including the limited adoption of newer molecular scaffolds, aiming to better understand how end-users select and apply these technologies.
Medicinal Research Reviews, 2025; 45:1423–1451, https://doi.org/10.1002/med.22111
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