The de novo design of model α-helical proteins form first principles has proved to be a useful approach to studying the short- and long-range noncovalent interactions that control the folding, stability, conformational changes and biological functions of proteins. These synthetic proteins are also pointing the way towards a host of potential applications. Here, we review recent progress in the development of design principles with model proteins and discuss briefly some of the potential applications for this the technology.
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