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Palicourein: Oligopeptide Research Reference

Palicourein, 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

Palicourein is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Palicourea condensata.

Structure

PropertyValue
NamePalicourein
SequenceGVPSCGETCFGGTCNTPGCSCSWPVCFRN
Length29 amino acids
Molecular Weight~2,900 Da
SourcePalicourea condensata
CategoryPlant Cyclic Peptides

Mechanism of Action

Inhibition of viral entry and replication

Bioactivity

Anti-HIV

Therapeutic Potential

Anti-retroviral drug lead, HIV microbicide development

References

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

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