Fungal Peptides intermediate
FR901379: Oligopeptide Research Reference
FR901379, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
fungal-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
FR901379 is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Coleophoma empetri.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | FR901379 |
| Length | 6 amino acids | | Molecular Weight | 1148.40 Da | | Source | Coleophoma empetri | | Category | Fungal Antibiotic / Antifungal |
Mechanism of Action
Inhibits fungal cell wall glucan synthesis; potent against resistant strains
Bioactivity
Antifungal (broad spectrum)
Therapeutic Potential
Precursor for micafungin (approved antifungal)
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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