conopeptidederived
Conopeptidederived refers to compounds that are synthesized or obtained from conopeptides, which are naturally occurring peptide toxins found in the venom of marine snails belonging to the genus Conus. These snails, commonly known as cone snails, use their venom to immobilize prey and deter predators. The venom is a complex mixture of hundreds of different peptides, each with specific molecular targets and pharmacological activities.
Researchers have identified and characterized many conopeptides due to their high specificity and potency for ion
The therapeutic potential of conopeptidederived compounds is significant. Due to their ability to modulate neuronal activity,