Discovery of a Novel Cysteine Framework XXIV Conotoxin from Conus striatus, S24a, with Potential Analgesic Activity
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DOI: 10.1007/s10989-020-10109-4
Abstract: A novel conotoxin, S24a, containing 26 amino acid residues was first derived from the cDNA library of Conus striatus . This conotoxin has the same conserved signal peptide as A-superfamily conotoxins and some unconserved residues… read more here.
Keywords: conus striatus; s24a; potential analgesic; conotoxin ... See more keywords
Proteomic Analysis of the Predatory Venom of Conus striatus Reveals Novel and Population-Specific ÎșA-Conotoxin SIVC
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DOI: 10.3390/toxins14110799
Abstract: Animal venoms are a rich source of pharmacological compounds with ecological and evolutionary significance, as well as with therapeutic and biotechnological potentials. Among the most promising venomous animals, cone snails produce potent neurotoxic venom to… read more here.
Keywords: venom; conus striatus; population specific; conotoxin sivc ... See more keywords