Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate
Piscidin: Structure, Function, and Significance
Piscidins are antimicrobial peptides found in fish mast cells. They have broad-spectrum activity against bacteria, fungi, and parasites.
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Peptide Name | piscidin |
| Type | Piscidin |
| Source | Morone saxatilis |
| Sequence | FIHHIIGWISHGVRAIHRAIH |
| Molecular Weight | 2547 Da |
Description
Piscidins are antimicrobial peptides found in fish mast cells. They have broad-spectrum activity against bacteria, fungi, and parasites.
Biological Function
Piscidins are antimicrobial peptides found in fish mast cells. They have broad-spectrum activity against bacteria, fungi, and parasites.
Research Significance
This piscidin has been studied for its potential applications in:
- Drug development
- Biotechnology
- Biomaterials
- Therapeutics
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “piscidin” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
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