New macrocyclic peptide design targets melanocortin receptors

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A 'Goldilocks-inspired' mid-size macrocyclic scaffold published in J. Med. Chem. selectively engages human melanocortin receptors — relevant to obesity, inflammation, and the PT-141 receptor family.

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