Conotoxin Gene Superfamilies

Conotoxins are the peptidic components of the venoms of marine cone snails (genus Conus). They are remarkably diverse in terms of structure and function. Unique potency and selectivity profiles for a range of neuronal targets have made several conotoxins valuable as research tools, drug leads and ev...

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Main Authors: Samuel D. Robinson, Raymond S. Norton
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2014-12-01
Series:Marine Drugs
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1660-3397/12/12/6058