Plant Peptides intermediate
PAFP-S: Oligopeptide Research Reference
PAFP-S, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
plant-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
PAFP-S is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Phytolacca americana (Pokeweed).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | PAFP-S |
| Sequence | AGGRQCRQRCGGQCGSQCGGRQCRGQCGG |
| Length | 111 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | ~12,000 Da |
| Source | Phytolacca americana (Pokeweed) |
| Category | Plant Defense Peptides |
Mechanism of Action
Chitin binding and membrane disruption
Bioactivity
Antifungal
Therapeutic Potential
Antifungal drug development, transgenic crop protection
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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