Cell-penetrating peptides (CPPs) comprise a class of short polypeptides that possess the
ability to selectively interact with the cytoplasmic membrane of certain cell types, translocate …

For decades, natural products in general and snake venoms (SV) in particular have been a
rich source of bioactive compounds for drug discovery, and they remain a promising …

Ctn [15–34], the C-terminal fragment of crotalicidin, an antimicrobial peptide from the South
American rattlesnake Crotalus durissus terrificus venom, displays remarkable anti-infective …

Simple Summary A critical global health problem is microbial resistance to antibiotics. In
order to further discuss this issue and search for practical means to overcome such …

Fungi from the Candida genus are widespread commensals and, at the same time, are the
leading cause of fungal infections worldwide. For instance, vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) …

Venoms from ants comprise a rich source of bioactive peptides, including antimicrobial
peptides. From the proteome and peptidome of the giant ant Dinoponera quadriceps venom …

Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) occurs in over 75% of women at least once during their
lifetime and is an infection that significantly affects their health. Candida strains resistant to …

The rise of drug-resistant pathogens, driven by the misuse and overuse of antibiotics, has
created a formidable challenge for global public health. Antimicrobial peptides and proteins …

Crotalicidin is a cathelicidin-related anti-infective (antimicrobial) peptide expressed in the
venom glands of the South American rattlesnake Crotalus durissus terrificus. Congener …

This article aims to report the preparation and optimized formulation of Ctn [15-34], a
designed anti-infective peptide, with poly (lactic acid-co-glycolic acid), PLGA, nanoparticles …