Cordycepin: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Cordycepin, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
Overview
Cordycepin is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Cordyceps militaris.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Cordycepin |
| Length | N/A (nucleoside) | | Molecular Weight | 251.24 Da | | Source | Cordyceps militaris | | Category | Fungal Cyclopeptide / Nucleoside Analog |
Mechanism of Action
Incorporates into RNA causing chain termination; inhibits polyadenylation and mRNA processing
Bioactivity
Anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory
Therapeutic Potential
Cancer therapy (leukemia, lung cancer), anti-inflammatory agent, anti-diabetic
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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