Gly-Gly-Leu-OH (CAS 14857-82-0)

Gly-Gly-Leu-OH is a tripeptide compound that functions as a substrate in enzymatic reactions within the development setting. It serves as a model compound for studying the specificity and catalytic activity of various enzymes, particularly those involved in peptide hydrolysis and metabolism. Gly-Gly-Leu-OH′s mechanism of action involves interacting with specific enzyme active sites, where it undergoes hydrolysis to produce smaller peptide fragments or amino acids. This process allows to investigate the kinetics and mechanisms of enzymatic cleavage, providing insights into the molecular recognition and binding interactions between the substrate and the enzyme. Gly-Gly-Leu-OH can be used to assess the inhibitory effects of potential enzyme inhibitors or modulators, contributing to the understanding of enzyme regulation. Gly-Gly-Leu-OH plays a functional role in elucidating the biochemical pathways and molecular interactions involved in peptide metabolism and enzymatic processes.