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Epinecidin-1: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Epinecidin-1, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
fish-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Epinecidin-1 is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Grouper (Epinephelus coioides).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Epinecidin-1 |
| Sequence | GFIFHIIKGLFHAGKMIHGLV |
| Length | 21 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 2430.9 Da |
| Source | Grouper (Epinephelus coioides) |
| Category | Fish Antimicrobial |
Mechanism of Action
Alpha-helical peptide; membrane disruption and immune activation; induces apoptosis in cancer cells
Bioactivity
Antibacterial, antiviral (against nervous necrosis virus), anticancer activity
Therapeutic Potential
Anticancer therapeutics, antiviral agents, aquaculture disease prevention
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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