DNA encoding tracheal antimicrobial peptides

Details DNA encoding tracheal antimicrobial peptides DNA encoding tracheal antimicrobial peptides

1993-05-11

1995-07-11

Walsh, Stephen G.

Organic compounds -- part of the class 532-570 series

Organic compounds

Carbohydrates or derivatives

536 2431, C12N 1512

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054322707

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a new class of polypeptides with antimicrobial activity, termed "tracheal antimicrobial peptides," DNA and cDNA sequences encoding for the peptides and methods for the production and use thereof.

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