Beauvericin: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Beauvericin, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
Overview
Beauvericin is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Beauveria bassiana.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Beauvericin |
| Length | 6 residues (3 amino acids, 3 hydroxy acids) | | Molecular Weight | 783.96 Da | | Source | Beauveria bassiana | | Category | Fungal Bioactive Peptide / Ionophore |
Mechanism of Action
Ionophore forming cation channels; activates caspases; induces apoptosis through mitochondrial pathway
Bioactivity
Insecticidal, antifungal, anti-parasitic, cytotoxic
Therapeutic Potential
Biopesticide; anti-cancer agent; anti-parasitic (malaria); antibiotic adjuvant
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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