Venom Peptides intermediate
Scorpion Venom AMPs
Antimicrobial peptides from scorpion venom with broad-spectrum bactericidal activity.
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scorpion-toxin antimicrobial venom
Scorpion Venom AMPs
Overview
Antimicrobial peptides from scorpion venom with broad-spectrum bactericidal activity.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Scorpion Venom AMPs |
Mechanism of Action
Defensin-fold peptides in scorpion venom providing antimicrobial defense.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Scorpion Venom AMPs |
| Category | Venom Peptides |
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