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Conotoxins are a family of potent neurotoxins produced by cone snails, a group of marine mollusks. These toxins are used for defense and predation, and they have been extensively studied for their potential therapeutic applications. Conotoxins are named for their discovery in the venom of the cone snail (Conus) species. They are classified into several families based on their structure and function, including alpha, beta, delta, epsilon, kappa, mu, omega, and sigma conotoxins.
Alpha conotoxins are known for their ability to block voltage-gated calcium channels, which are crucial for
Conotoxins have been used in the development of several pharmaceuticals, including painkillers, antidepressants, and treatments for
The study of conotoxins has provided valuable insights into the molecular mechanisms of ion channels and neurotransmission.