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Redefining peptide therapeutics with semaglutide

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Thomas Kruse and Søren Østergaard reflect on the development of the GLP-1 analogue, semaglutide, which is reshaping peptide therapeutics in type 2 diabetes, weight management, and beyond.

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    Thomas Kruse & Søren Østergaard

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Kruse, T., Østergaard, S. Redefining peptide therapeutics with semaglutide. Nat. Chem. 16, 296 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41557-023-01434-4

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