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The aim is to create a platform for discovering and optimizing fluorogenic single-chain variable fragments (scFvs) to measure interleukin-33.

March 25, 2026Chemical Science0 citationsOpen Access

A Platform to Design and Optimise Fluorogenic scFvs for Detection of Interleukin 33

ARAbigail E ReeseMRC Centre for Regenerative Medicine UKUtsa Karmakar MRMargherita RestoriMRC Centre for Regenerative Medicine

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The aim is to create a platform for discovering and optimizing fluorogenic single-chain variable fragments (scFvs) to measure interleukin-33.
Developed a novel platform for fluorescence-based detection of IL-33
Optimized scFvs for enhanced sensitivity and specificity
Conducted comparative analyses with existing detection methods
Successfully developed fluorogenic scFvs that effectively detect IL-33
Achieved higher sensitivity than traditional detection methods
Provided a useful tool for studying IL-33 in inflammatory diseases

Abstract

Direct measurement of interleukin-33 (IL-33) in biological systems is critical for understanding its role in inflammatory diseases. In this work, we have developed a platform for the discovery and optimisation...

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