Lipolytic Activity of a Carboxylesterase from Bumblebee (<i>Bombus ignitus</i>) Venom

Bee venom is a complex mixture composed of peptides, proteins with enzymatic properties, and low-molecular-weight compounds. Although the carboxylesterase in bee venom has been identified as an allergen, the enzyme’s role as a venom component has not been previously elucidated. Here, we show the lip...

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Main Authors: Yijie Deng, Bo Yeon Kim, Kyeong Yong Lee, Hyung Joo Yoon, Hu Wan, Jianhong Li, Kwang Sik Lee, Byung Rae Jin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-03-01
Series:Toxins
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/13/4/239