Marine Peptides intermediate
Kahalalide F: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Kahalalide F, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Overview
Kahalalide F is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Elysia rufescens (sea slug).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Kahalalide F |
| Length | N/A (depsipeptide) | | Molecular Weight | 1470.7 Da | | Source | Elysia rufescens (sea slug) | | Category | Marine Anti-Cancer Peptide |
Mechanism of Action
Accumulates in lysosomes, causes lysosomal membrane permeabilization
Bioactivity
Anti-tumor, antifungal
Therapeutic Potential
Melanoma, prostate cancer (clinical trials)
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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