Identification of Crucial Residues in α-Conotoxin EI Inhibiting Muscle Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptor
α-Conotoxins (α-CTxs) are small disulfide-rich peptides from venom of <i>Conus</i> species that target nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChRs). The muscle-type nAChRs have been recognized as a potential target for several diseases, such as myogenic disorders, muscle...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-10-01
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Series: | Toxins |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/11/10/603 |