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Venom Peptides intermediate

Scorpion Chlorotoxin

Scorpion venom peptide binding matrix metalloproteinase-2 on glioma cells.

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Scorpion Chlorotoxin

Overview

Scorpion venom peptide binding matrix metalloproteinase-2 on glioma cells.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameScorpion Chlorotoxin

Mechanism of Action

Chlorotoxin binds MMP-2 and annexin A2 on glioma cells enabling tumor imaging and therapy.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameScorpion Chlorotoxin
CategoryVenom Peptides

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