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Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate

Magainin 2: Antimicrobial Peptide Reference

Amphipathic alpha-helical AMP from African clawed frog with broad-spectrum bactericidal activity. This antimicrobial peptide demonstrates activity against pa...

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magainin antimicrobial frog

Overview

Amphipathic alpha-helical AMP from African clawed frog with broad-spectrum bactericidal activity.

Structure

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NameMagainin 2

Mechanism of Action

Alpha-helical structure enables membrane insertion and pore formation in bacteria.

References

  • Wikipept Peptide Database
  • Primary literature (see individual entries)

Chemical Identity

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NameMagainin 2
CategoryAntimicrobial Peptides

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