Lucensomycin: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Lucensomycin, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
Overview
Lucensomycin is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Streptomyces lucensis (actinomycete).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Lucensomycin |
| Length | N/A (macrolide) | | Molecular Weight | 670.78 Da | | Source | Streptomyces lucensis (actinomycete) | | Category | Fungal Lipopeptide / Antifungal |
Mechanism of Action
Binds ergosterol causing membrane permeabilization; lower hemolytic activity than amphotericin B
Bioactivity
Antifungal (against Candida, dermatophytes)
Therapeutic Potential
Topical antifungal; improved therapeutic index over amphotericin B for topical applications
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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