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Gaba: Structure, Function, and Significance

Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is a neurotransmitter found in fermented foods that has anxiolytic and antihypertensive properties.

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
gaba amino acid derivative food-derived-peptides various

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
Peptide Namegaba
TypeAmino acid derivative
SourceVarious
Sequence4-aminobutanoic acid
Molecular Weight103.1 Da

Description

Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is a neurotransmitter found in fermented foods that has anxiolytic and antihypertensive properties.

Biological Function

Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is a neurotransmitter found in fermented foods that has anxiolytic and antihypertensive properties.

Research Significance

This amino acid derivative has been studied for its potential applications in:

  • Drug development
  • Biotechnology
  • Biomaterials
  • Therapeutics

References

  1. Encyclopeptide Database. “gaba” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.

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