Structural Peptides intermediate
Fibronectin peptide: Structure, Function, and Significance
RGDS is a fibronectin-derived cell-adhesion peptide that binds integrins and is widely used in tissue engineering and biomaterials.
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Peptide Name | fibronectin-peptide |
| Type | Tetrapeptide |
| Source | Fibronectin |
| Sequence | RGDS |
| Molecular Weight | 388.4 Da |
Description
RGDS is a fibronectin-derived cell-adhesion peptide that binds integrins and is widely used in tissue engineering and biomaterials.
Biological Function
RGDS is a fibronectin-derived cell-adhesion peptide that binds integrins and is widely used in tissue engineering and biomaterials.
Research Significance
This tetrapeptide has been studied for its potential applications in:
- Drug development
- Biotechnology
- Biomaterials
- Therapeutics
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “fibronectin-peptide” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
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