Venom-Derived Neurotoxins Targeting Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptors

Acetylcholine was the first neurotransmitter described. The receptors targeted by acetylcholine are found within organisms spanning different phyla and position themselves as very attractive targets for predation, as well as for defense. Venoms of snakes within the <i>Elapidae</i> family...

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Main Authors: Ayaulym Bekbossynova, Albina Zharylgap, Olena Filchakova
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-06-01
Series:Molecules
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/26/11/3373