The number and types of venom components that affect ion-channel function are reviewed.
These are the most important venom components responsible for human intoxication …

This epidemiological review was carried out to display the magnitude and the geographic
distribution of scorpion envenomation in Iran with focus on the southwestern region of Iran …

Introduction: The effective treatment of autoimmune diseases remains a challenge. Voltage-
gated potassium Kv1. 3 channels, which are expressed in lymphocytes, are a new …

The lesser Asian scorpion Mesobuthus eupeus (Buthidae) is one of the most widely spread
and dispersed species of the Mesobuthus genus, and its venom is actively studied …

This review categorizes functionally validated actions of defined scorpion toxin (SCTX)
neuropeptides across ion channel subclasses, highlighting key trends in this rapidly …

Scorpion toxins affecting K+ channels (KTxs) represent important pharmacological tools and
potential drug candidates. Here, we report molecular characterization of seven new KTxs in …

In Brazil, Tityus serrulatus (Ts) is the species responsible for most of the scorpion related
accidents. Among the Ts toxins, the neurotoxins with action on potassium channels (α-KTx) …

Scorpion venoms are natural sources of molecules that have, in addition to their toxic
function, potential therapeutic applications. In this source the neurotoxins can be found …

Scorpions, a characteristic group of arthropods, are among the earliest diverging arachnids,
dating back almost 440 million years. One of the many interesting aspects of scorpions is …

Ion channels play a key role in our body to regulate homeostasis and conduct electrical
signals. With the help of advances in structural biology, as well as the discovery of numerous …