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Cecropin B (Hyalophora): Oligopeptide Research Reference
Cecropin B (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
Cecropin B (Hyalophora) is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Hyalophora cecropia (cecropia moth).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Cecropin B (Hyalophora) |
| Sequence | KWKVFKKIEKMGRNIRNGIVKAGPAIAVLGEAKAL |
| Length | 35 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 3835 Da |
| Source | Hyalophora cecropia (cecropia moth) |
| Category | Cecropin / Antimicrobial |
Mechanism of Action
Membrane permeabilization via pore formation, selective for prokaryotic membranes
Bioactivity
Antimicrobial against Gram-negative bacteria, antifungal
Therapeutic Potential
Antibiotic-resistant infections, antifungal applications
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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