Polybia-MP1 (Polybia): Oligopeptide Research Reference
Polybia-MP1 (Polybia), a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
Overview
Polybia-MP1 (Polybia) is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Polybia paulista (neotropical social wasp).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Polybia-MP1 (Polybia) |
| Sequence | IDWKKLLDAAKQILamide |
| Length | 14 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 1618 Da |
| Source | Polybia paulista (neotropical social wasp) |
| Category | Venom Peptide / Membrane Disruption |
Mechanism of Action
Selective membrane disruption of cancer cells; binds phosphatidylserine exposed on cancer cells
Bioactivity
Selective cytotoxicity against cancer cells, minimal normal cell damage
Therapeutic Potential
Anti-cancer therapy, selective cancer cell killing, drug delivery system component
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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