Ibotenic Acid: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Ibotenic Acid, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
Overview
Ibotenic Acid is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Amanita muscaria (Fly Agaric).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Ibotenic Acid |
| Length | N/A (amino acid) | | Molecular Weight | 158.11 Da | | Source | Amanita muscaria (Fly Agaric) | | Category | Fungal Peptide Toxin / Neurotoxin |
Mechanism of Action
Potent agonist at NMDA and kainate receptors; causes excitotoxic neuronal death
Bioactivity
Neurotoxic, excitotoxic, psychoactive
Therapeutic Potential
Research tool for excitotoxicity models (brain lesion studies); precursor to muscimol
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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