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DNA encoding polypeptides with activity against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria

US5344765A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 28, 1993
Grant dateSep 6, 1994
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Expiry dateJan 28, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07K2319/00
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention relates to cecropin-like polypeptides with a variety of C-terminus modifications. Conversion of the terminal carboxy group to a homoserine extended neutral, negatively charged or positively charged form results in the polypeptides of the invention that have significant bactericidal effects against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.

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