Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate
Esculentin 2a
esculentin-2a is an antimicrobial peptide from amphibian skin with broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity.
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esculentin-2a antimicrobial peptide antimicrobial-peptides
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Peptide Name | esculentin-2a |
| Type | Antimicrobial peptide |
| Source | Frog/Skin |
| Molecular Weight | 2172 Da |
Description
esculentin-2a is an antimicrobial peptide from amphibian skin with broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity.
Biological Function
This antimicrobial peptide plays important roles in:
- Physiological regulation
- Therapeutic potential
- Research applications
Research Significance
esculentin-2a has been studied extensively for its:
- Mechanism of action
- Structure-activity relationships
- Clinical applications
- Drug development potential
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “esculentin-2a” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
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