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Cecropin A: Antimicrobial Peptide Reference

Cationic alpha-helical AMP from giant silk moth with gram-negative bactericidal activity. This antimicrobial peptide demonstrates activity against pathogens ...

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
cecropin antimicrobial insect

Overview

Cationic alpha-helical AMP from giant silk moth with gram-negative bactericidal activity.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameCecropin A

Mechanism of Action

Two alpha-helical domains enable membrane insertion and disruption of gram-negative bacteria.

References

  • Wikipept Peptide Database
  • Primary literature (see individual entries)

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameCecropin A
CategoryAntimicrobial Peptides

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