Antimicrobial Peptides

ISBN: 9780470514658 出版年：2008 页码：293 Joan Marsh Jamie A Goode Wiley

Describes the structure and function of important peptides from several different organisms. An exciting development is the use of these peptides or their analogues in the treatment and prevention of infectious diseases. Considers ways in which these peptides may be used to control the insect vectors of key pathogens including the malarial parasite. Discusses the role of antimicrobial peptides in the mammalian immune system and their interaction with other components of that system.