Structural Peptides intermediate
Keratin peptide: Structure, Function, and Significance
Keratin-derived peptides contain cysteine-rich sequences that form disulfide cross-links, providing structural integrity to hair, nails, and skin.
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Peptide Name | keratin-peptide |
| Type | Peptide |
| Source | Keratin |
| Sequence | CYS-CYS repeats |
| Molecular Weight | 240.3 Da |
Description
Keratin-derived peptides contain cysteine-rich sequences that form disulfide cross-links, providing structural integrity to hair, nails, and skin.
Biological Function
Keratin-derived peptides contain cysteine-rich sequences that form disulfide cross-links, providing structural integrity to hair, nails, and skin.
Research Significance
This peptide has been studied for its potential applications in:
- Drug development
- Biotechnology
- Biomaterials
- Therapeutics
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “keratin-peptide” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
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