Fungal Peptides intermediate
Mulundocandin: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Mulundocandin, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
fungal-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Mulundocandin is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Aspergillus sydowi.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Mulundocandin |
| Length | 6 amino acids | | Molecular Weight | 1079.30 Da | | Source | Aspergillus sydowi | | Category | Fungal Antibiotic / Antifungal |
Mechanism of Action
Non-competitive inhibition of beta-glucan synthase complex
Bioactivity
Antifungal (effective against Candida albicans)
Therapeutic Potential
Lead compound for antifungal drug development
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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