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Attacin (Hyalophora): Oligopeptide Research Reference
Attacin (Hyalophora), a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
insect-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Attacin (Hyalophora) is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Hyalophora cecropia (cecropia moth).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Attacin (Hyalophora) |
| Sequence | ~188 amino acids, glycine-rich protein with disulfide bonds |
| Length | 188 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 20500 Da |
| Source | Hyalophora cecropia (cecropia moth) |
| Category | Insect Antimicrobial / Glycine-rich |
Mechanism of Action
Inhibits outer membrane protein synthesis, disrupts cell envelope integrity
Bioactivity
Antimicrobial against Gram-negative bacteria (E. coli, Enterobacter)
Therapeutic Potential
Gram-negative infection therapy, synergistic with cecropins
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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