Marine Peptides intermediate
Discodermolide: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Discodermolide, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
marine-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Discodermolide is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Discodermia dissoluta (marine sponge).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Discodermolide |
| Length | N/A | | Molecular Weight | 593.79 Da | | Source | Discodermia dissoluta (marine sponge) | | Category | Marine Anti-Cancer Agent |
Mechanism of Action
Stabilizes microtubules, binds same site as taxol
Bioactivity
Anti-proliferative, immunosuppressive
Therapeutic Potential
Taxol-resistant cancers (preclinical)
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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