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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Mar. 01, 2011
Filed:
Aug. 25, 2006
Ib Johannsen, Vaerlose, DK;
Roice Michael, Frederiksberg, DK;
Ib Johannsen, Vaerlose, DK;
Roice Michael, Frederiksberg, DK;
Novo Nordisk A/S, Bagsvaerd, DK;
Abstract
The present application discloses a method of modifying a macromolecule, the method comprising the steps of (i) providing the macromolecule; (ii) providing a compound of the general formula (I): wherein N is a primary amino group protected with the protecting group P, wherein the protecting group involves both free valences of the primary amino group; m is an integer of 1-12 and n is an integer of 1-2000; Rand Rare independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and C-alkyl; and X is a reactive group; and (iii) allowing the compound of the general formula (I) to react with the macromolecule so as to form grafts on the macromolecule. Compounds of the general formula (i) and a method for the preparation thereof are also disclosed.