Amphibian Peptides intermediate
Alyteserin-2: Antimicrobial Peptide Reference
Alyteserin-2, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
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Overview
Alyteserin-2 is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Alytes obstetricans.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Alyteserin-2 |
| Sequence | GLCDLFQGLLHVAGAIAGHAIH.NH2 |
| Length | 22 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 2258.7 Da |
| Source | Alytes obstetricans |
| Category | Amphibian Antiviral |
Mechanism of Action
Membrane-active peptide with disulfide bridge, pore formation
Bioactivity
Broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity
Therapeutic Potential
Antimicrobial therapeutics, biofilm disruption
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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