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Antimicrobials, Stress and Mutagenesis [PDF]
, 2014 Cationic antimicrobial peptides are ancient and ubiquitous immune effectors that multicellular organisms use to kill and police microbes whereas antibiotics are mostly employed by microorganisms.
Makarova, Olga +2 more
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Allergy, EarlyView.This study investigates the effect of IL‐33 and Hymenoptera venom on mast cell cytokine profiles under venom immunotherapy (VIT)‐like conditions. Our in vitro model of VIT‐like mast cell stimulation demonstrates a modulatory effect of IL‐33 on the secreted mast cell cytokine profile.
Andrea R. Teufelberger +3 more
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A Langmuir approach on monolayer interactions to investigate surface active peptides [PDF]
, 2010 The Langmuir Blodgett apparatus provides a versatile system for studying the interfacial properties of peptides and peptide-membrane interactions under controlled conditions.
Dennison, Sarah Rachel +2 more
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A review of selected bee products as potential anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-viral agents [PDF]
, 2016 Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the greatest medical challenges the world faces. It was estimated recently that by 2050, AMR will account for 10 million extra deaths annually with additional economic costs in the region of $100 trillion.
Brown, Helen Louise +3 more
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Gene Transfer with Poly-Melittin Peptides [PDF]
Bioconjugate Chemistry, 2006 The 26 amino acid hemolytic melittin peptide was converted into a gene transfer peptide that binds to DNA and polymerized through disulfide bond formation. Melittin analogues were synthesized by the addition of one to four Lys repeats at either the C- or the N-subterminal end along with terminal Cys residues.
Chang-Po, Chen +4 more
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Artificial lipidation of proteins and peptides: from mechanism to clinical applications
The FEBS Journal, EarlyView.Artificial lipidation transforms protein and peptide therapeutics by attaching fatty acid chains through reversible or permanent chemical strategies. This biomimetic approach delivers four key therapeutic advantages: extended circulation times (enabling weekly instead of daily dosing), alternative administration routes including oral delivery, precise ...
Jiaming Mu, Emily Vong, Sheiliza Carmali
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Multiple Membrane Interactions and Versatile Vesicle Deformations Elicited by Melittin
Toxins, 2013 Melittin induces various reactions in membranes and has been widely studied as a model for membrane-interacting peptide; however, the mechanism whereby melittin elicits its effects remains unclear. Here, we observed melittin-induced changes in individual
Kingo Takiguchi +5 more
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Melittin‐Carrying Nanoparticle Suppress T Cell‐Driven Immunity in a Murine Allergic Dermatitis Model
Advanced Science, 2023 Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) and atopic dermatitis (AD) are the most common human skin disorders. Although corticosteroids have been widely used to treat ACD and AD, the side effects of corticosteroids encourage researchers to explore new ...
Zheng Liu +9 more
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Plant Biotechnology Journal, EarlyView.Peptide Power: VR18 & KG18 Shield Tobacco from Bacterial Attack. A schematic shows how antimicrobial peptides VR18 and KG18 fight Pseudomonas syringae—bursting bacterial membranes and boosting disease resistance in transgenic tobacco, without harming plant health.
Karishma Biswas +17 more
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Toxins, 2017 Melittin and apamin are the main components of bee venom and they have been known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic properties. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of melittin and apamin on airborne fungi-induced chemical mediator ...
Seung-Heon Shin +3 more
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