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Fibroin Heavy Chain (Bombyx): Comprehensive Peptide Refer...
Comprehensive reference for Fibroin Heavy Chain (Bombyx), a peptide compound with applications in research and therapeutics.
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
insect-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Fibroin Heavy Chain (Bombyx) is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Bombyx mori (silkworm).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Fibroin Heavy Chain (Bombyx) |
| Sequence | Repetitive (GAGAGS)n blocks with (GAGAGY)n and spacers |
| Length | 5263 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 391000 Da |
| Source | Bombyx mori (silkworm) |
| Category | Silk Protein / Structural |
Mechanism of Action
Self-assembles into beta-sheet crystallites via hydrophobic interactions and hydrogen bonding
Bioactivity
Mechanical strength (tensile strength ~740 MPa), biocompatibility
Therapeutic Potential
Biomaterial scaffolds, tissue engineering, drug delivery matrices, surgical sutures
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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