Cecropin A
Cecropin A
Amino Acids
N/A
Molecular Weight
N/A
Half-life
N/A
Research Score
4.6
Studies
86
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C
What is Cecropin A?
A classic antimicrobial peptide originally isolated from the moth Hyalophora cecropia. It disrupts bacterial membranes and remains a model peptide for innate immunity and anti-infective research.
Key Benefits & Mechanisms
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Research Summary
Research
Related Peptides
Cecropin B
Cecropin B
A closely related insect antimicrobial peptide found in several species, including moths and flies. It shows broad activity against bacteria and is commonly studied alongside Cecropin A for structure-activity relationships.
Insect-DerivedDrosocin
Drosocin
An insect antimicrobial peptide from Drosophila melanogaster that contributes to humoral immune defense. It is notable for activity against certain bacteria and for helping define proline-rich peptide mechanisms.
Insect-DerivedApidaecin
Apidaecin
A proline-rich antimicrobial peptide from honeybee hemolymph with potent activity against bacteria. It is frequently studied as a template for next-generation anti-infective agents and uptake-dependent peptide design.
Insect-Derived