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Scientists Discover Enzyme that Could Supercharge Ozempic-Like Weight-Loss Drugs

Summary by New York Post
Researchers at the University of Utah have discovered an enzyme called Pap B that will chemically change and update drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy making them stronger and last longer.

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Scientists have discovered an enzyme that could make popular drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy last longer and work faster, potentially improving treatments for diabetes and weight loss. The enzyme, called PapB, works by ‘tying’ peptide drugs in tight ring forms through a process called macrocycling, making them more resistant and less likely to break down into the body, according to researchers at the University of Utah, who published their finding…

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New York Post broke the news in New York, United States on Saturday, May 2, 2026.
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