Lactoferrins in Their Interactions with Molecular Targets: A Structure-Based Overview

Lactoferrins and lactoferrin-derived peptides display numerous functions linked to innate immunity in mammalians, spanning from antimicrobial to anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory actions, and even demonstrate antitumor properties. To date, the proposed mechanisms for their biological actions ar...

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Published in:	Pharmaceuticals
Main Authors:	Roberta Piacentini, Alberto Boffi, Edoardo Milanetti
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2024-03-01
Subjects:	lactoferrin antimicrobial activity antiviral activity lactoferrin-derived peptides mechanism of action
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8247/17/3/398