Arenicin-1
Arenicin-1
21 Amino Acids · MW: 2079 Da
Amino Acids
21
Molecular Weight
2079 Da
Half-life
n/a
Research Score
5.0
Studies
76
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C
What is Arenicin-1?
A 21-amino-acid β-hairpin antimicrobial peptide from the marine lugworm Arenicola marina. It is notable for potent antibacterial and anti-biofilm activity with a compact disulfide-stabilized fold.
Key Benefits & Mechanisms
antimicrobial
anti-biofilm
membrane-active
Research Summary
Marine annelid peptide with strong preclinical antibacterial activity and a stable structural motif that is useful for peptide engineering.
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