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Junction PEG

Next-Generation PEGylation for Immune-Smart Therapeutics

Redefining the PEG–Biomolecule Interface

PEGylation has long been a cornerstone technology for enhancing the pharmacokinetics and stability of biologics, nanoparticles, and diagnostic agents. However, conventional PEG systems suffer from immune recognition at the PEG–substrate junction.

JunctionPEG introduces a new paradigm by engineering the junction itself using charged or zwitterionic groups.

The Innovation: Functionalized Junction Architecture

JunctionPEG embeds electrostatically active moieties at the PEG–substrate interface, enabling control over local physicochemical properties without disrupting PEG backbone performance.

Mechanism of Advantage

  • Reduced anti-PEG antibody binding
  • Attenuated complement activation
  • Enhanced interfacial hydration
  • Improved structural stability

Performance Benefits

  • Lower immunogenicity
  • Reduced complement-mediated toxicity
  • Improved circulation time
  • Consistent efficacy upon repeated dosing

Applications

  • Biologics and enzymes
  • Nanomedicine and LNPs
  • Diagnostics and biosensors
  • Advanced biomaterials

Why JunctionPEG?

Compared to conventional PEG, JunctionPEG provides active junction engineering, reduced immune recognition, and improved repeat dosing performance.

Engineering the interface. Transforming performance.

[Examples of JunctionPEG-conjugated Protein or LNP]

mPEG–O–PO₃–CH₂CH₂–CO–NHS + Protein → mPEG–O–PO₃–CH₂CH₂–CONH–Protein

mPEG–O–PO₃–CH₂CH₂–CO–NHS + LNP → mPEG–O–PO₃–CH₂CH₂–CONH–LNP

If you are interested in applying JunctionPEG technology to your therapeutic proteins and LNP, please contact knho@sunbio.com, info@sunbio.com.