Characterizing the structure–function relationship reveals the mode of action of a novel antimicrobial peptide, P1, from jumper ant Myrmecia pilosula

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Microbial infections of antibiotic-resistant strains cause serious diseases and have a significant impact on public health worldwide, so novel antimicrobial drugs are urgently needed.

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Antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) are potential candidates in designing new anti-infective agents.


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The 3D structure and the structure–function relationship of the smallest prototypical membrane active dendrimeric peptide are shown.


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