Merrifield peptide synthesis

Merrifield peptide synthesis is a method used to construct proteins in the lab by sequentially adding amino acids—the building blocks of proteins—forming a chain. The process starts with attaching the first amino acid to a solid support, then adding the next amino acid, which links to the first. This cycle repeats, with these amino acids being connected one by one, allowing precise control over the sequence. After the chain is complete, it is cleaved from the support, resulting in a custom-made peptide. This technique is efficient and widely used for creating specific proteins for research and medical applications.