Polymyxin B1: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Polymyxin B1, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
Overview
Polymyxin B1 is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Bacillus polymyxa (marine-associated).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Polymyxin B1 |
| Length | 10 amino acids | | Molecular Weight | 1203.5 Da | | Source | Bacillus polymyxa (marine-associated) | | Category | Marine Antibiotic / Anti-Cancer |
Mechanism of Action
Disrupts membrane integrity via LPS binding, forms pores
Bioactivity
Antibacterial, membrane disruption, anti-cancer potential
Therapeutic Potential
Gram-negative infections, cancer cell membrane disruption
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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