Insect Peptides intermediate
Bursicon: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Bursicon, 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
Bursicon is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Drosophila melanogaster (fruit fly).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Bursicon |
| Sequence | Heterodimeric cystine-knot protein (α and β subunits) |
| Length | ~150 amino acids per subunit |
| Molecular Weight | 30000 Da (heterodimer) |
| Source | Drosophila melanogaster (fruit fly) |
| Category | Insect Hormone / Development |
Mechanism of Action
Binds DLGR2 receptor, activates cAMP/PKA pathway, stimulates cuticle tanning
Bioactivity
Controls cuticle sclerotization (tanning) and wing expansion after eclosion
Therapeutic Potential
Insect developmental biology research, pest control target
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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