Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate
Galleria Defensin
Major AMP from greater wax moth hemolymph with gram-positive bactericidal activity.
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Galleria Defensin
Overview
Major AMP from greater wax moth hemolymph with gram-positive bactericidal activity.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Galleria Defensin |
Mechanism of Action
Cysteine-stabilized defensin structure provides potent activity against gram-positive bacteria.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Galleria Defensin |
| Category | Antimicrobial Peptides |
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