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PRSS2 PRSS2 ELANE ELANE DEFB133 DEFB133 PGLYRP1 PGLYRP1 CD4 CD4 BPIFB2 BPIFB2 CTSG CTSG CHGA CHGA LTF LTF SLC11A1 SLC11A1 PRTN3 PRTN3 PDZD11 PDZD11 PI3 PI3 DEFB129 DEFB129 ART1 ART1 BPIFB1 BPIFB1 BPIFA2 BPIFA2 DEFB118 DEFB118 TLR2 TLR2 LYZ LYZ BPI BPI REG3G REG3G PGLYRP3 PGLYRP3 CCR2 CCR2 PGLYRP2 PGLYRP2 CAMP CAMP LEAP2 LEAP2 DEFA4 DEFA4 DEFA6 DEFA6 DEFB1 DEFB1 RNASE7 RNASE7 RNASE6 RNASE6 RNASE3 RNASE3 DEFB4A DEFB4A RNASE8 RNASE8 DEFB114 DEFB114 CLU CLU DEFB112 DEFB112 DEFB104A DEFB104A DEFB103A DEFB103A ITLN1 ITLN1 DEFB124 DEFB124 DEFA3 DEFA3 DEFA5 DEFA5 DEFB108B DEFB108B DEFB105A DEFB105A DEFB106B DEFB106B DEFB107A DEFB107A DEFB128 DEFB128 DEFB131A DEFB131A CCR6 CCR6 BPIFB6 BPIFB6 ATP7A ATP7A BPIFA1 BPIFA1 PGLYRP4 PGLYRP4 PRSS3 PRSS3 TLR1 TLR1 S100A7 S100A7 S100A7A S100A7A S100A8 S100A8 S100A9 S100A9 DEFB110 DEFB110 EPPIN EPPIN SEMG1 SEMG1 LCN2 LCN2 BPIFB4 BPIFB4 DEFB123 DEFB123 DEFB135 DEFB135 DEFB136 DEFB136 DEFB132 DEFB132 DEFB127 DEFB127 DEFB126 DEFB126 DEFB125 DEFB125 DEFA1B DEFA1B REG3A REG3A DEFB113 DEFB113 DEFB130A DEFB130A PLA2G2A PLA2G2A DEFB116 DEFB116 DEFB115 DEFB115 DCD DCD DEFB121 DEFB121 HTN1 HTN1 ATOX1 ATOX1 HTN3 HTN3 DEFB134 DEFB134 GNLY GNLY
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PRSS2Trypsin-2; In the ileum, may be involved in defensin processing, including DEFA5; Belongs to the peptidase S1 family. (261 aa)
ELANENeutrophil elastase; Modifies the functions of natural killer cells, monocytes and granulocytes. Inhibits C5a-dependent neutrophil enzyme release and chemotaxis. Capable of killing E.coli but not S.aureus in vitro; digests outer membrane protein A (ompA) in E.coli and K.pneumoniae ; Belongs to the peptidase S1 family. Elastase subfamily. (267 aa)
DEFB133Beta-defensin 133; Has antibacterial activity; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (61 aa)
PGLYRP1Peptidoglycan recognition protein 1; Pattern receptor that binds to murein peptidoglycans (PGN) of Gram-positive bacteria. Has bactericidal activity towards Gram-positive bacteria. May kill Gram-positive bacteria by interfering with peptidoglycan biosynthesis. Binds also to Gram-negative bacteria, and has bacteriostatic activity towards Gram-negative bacteria. Plays a role in innate immunity. (196 aa)
CD4T-cell surface glycoprotein CD4; Integral membrane glycoprotein that plays an essential role in the immune response and serves multiple functions in responses against both external and internal offenses. In T-cells, functions primarily as a coreceptor for MHC class II molecule:peptide complex. The antigens presented by class II peptides are derived from extracellular proteins while class I peptides are derived from cytosolic proteins. Interacts simultaneously with the T-cell receptor (TCR) and the MHC class II presented by antigen presenting cells (APCs). In turn, recruits the Src kina [...] (458 aa)
BPIFB2BPI fold containing family B member 2; Belongs to the BPI/LBP/Plunc superfamily. BPI/LBP family. (458 aa)
CTSGCathepsin G; Serine protease with trypsin- and chymotrypsin-like specificity. Cleaves complement C3. Has antibacterial activity against the Gram-negative bacterium P.aeruginosa, antibacterial activity is inhibited by LPS from P.aeruginosa, Z-Gly-Leu-Phe-CH2Cl and phenylmethylsulfonyl fluoride. (255 aa)
CHGAp-Glu serpinin precursor; [Pancreastatin]: Strongly inhibits glucose induced insulin release from the pancreas. [Serpinin]: Regulates granule biogenesis in endocrine cells by up-regulating the transcription of protease nexin 1 (SERPINE2) via a cAMP-PKA-SP1 pathway. This leads to inhibition of granule protein degradation in the Golgi complex which in turn promotes granule formation. (457 aa)
LTFLactotransferrin; Transferrins are iron binding transport proteins which can bind two Fe(3+) ions in association with the binding of an anion, usually bicarbonate. Lactoferricin binds to the bacterial surface and is crucial for the bactericidal functions. Has some antiviral activity against papillomavirus infection. N-terminal region shows strong antifungal activity against C.albicans. Contains two BBXB heparin-binding consensus sequences that appear to form the predominate functional GAG- binding site. Lactoferroxins A, B and C have opioid antagonist activity. Lactoferroxin A shows pr [...] (710 aa)
SLC11A1Natural resistance-associated macrophage protein 1; Divalent transition metal (iron and manganese) transporter involved in iron metabolism and host resistance to certain pathogens. Macrophage-specific membrane transport function. Controls natural resistance to infection with intracellular parasites. Pathogen resistance involves sequestration of Fe(2+) and Mn(2+), cofactors of both prokaryotic and eukaryotic catalases and superoxide dismutases, not only to protect the macrophage against its own generation of reactive oxygen species, but to deny the cations to the pathogen for synthesis [...] (550 aa)
PRTN3Myeloblastin; Serine protease that degrades elastin, fibronectin, laminin, vitronectin, and collagen types I, III, and IV (in vitro). By cleaving and activating receptor F2RL1/PAR-2, enhances endothelial cell barrier function and thus vascular integrity during neutrophil transendothelial migration. May play a role in neutrophil transendothelial migration, probably when associated with CD177. Belongs to the peptidase S1 family. Elastase subfamily. (256 aa)
PDZD11PDZ domain-containing protein 11; Mediates docking of ADAM10 to zonula adherens by interacting with PLEKHA7 which is required for PLEKHA7 to interact with the ADAM10- binding protein TSPAN33. (140 aa)
PI3Elafin; Neutrophil and pancreatic elastase-specific inhibitor of skin. It may prevent elastase-mediated tissue proteolysis. Has been shown to inhibit the alpha-4-beta-2/CHRNA2-CHRNB2 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor and to produce a weak inhibition on Kv11.1/KCNH2/ERG1 and on the transient receptor potential cation channel subfamily V member 1 (TRPV1). (117 aa)
DEFB129Beta-defensin 129; Has antibacterial activity. (183 aa)
ART1GPI-linked NAD(P)(+)--arginine ADP-ribosyltransferase 1; Has ADP-ribosyltransferase activity toward GLP1R. (327 aa)
BPIFB1BPI fold-containing family B member 1; May play a role in innate immunity in mouth, nose and lungs. Binds bacterial lipopolysaccharide (LPS) and modulates the cellular responses to LPS; Belongs to the BPI/LBP/Plunc superfamily. Plunc family. (484 aa)
BPIFA2BPI fold-containing family A member 2; Has strong antibacterial activity against P. aeruginosa. Belongs to the BPI/LBP/Plunc superfamily. Plunc family. (249 aa)
DEFB118Beta-defensin 118; Has antibacterial activity. (123 aa)
TLR2Toll-like receptor 2; Cooperates with LY96 to mediate the innate immune response to bacterial lipoproteins and other microbial cell wall components. Cooperates with TLR1 or TLR6 to mediate the innate immune response to bacterial lipoproteins or lipopeptides. Acts via MYD88 and TRAF6, leading to NF-kappa-B activation, cytokine secretion and the inflammatory response. May also activate immune cells and promote apoptosis in response to the lipid moiety of lipoproteins. Recognizes mycoplasmal macrophage-activating lipopeptide-2kD (MALP-2), soluble tuberculosis factor (STF), phenol-soluble [...] (784 aa)
LYZLysozyme C; Lysozymes have primarily a bacteriolytic function; those in tissues and body fluids are associated with the monocyte-macrophage system and enhance the activity of immunoagents. (148 aa)
BPIBactericidal permeability-increasing protein; The cytotoxic action of BPI is limited to many species of Gram-negative bacteria; this specificity may be explained by a strong affinity of the very basic N-terminal half for the negatively charged lipopolysaccharides that are unique to the Gram-negative bacterial outer envelope. Has antibacterial activity against the Gram-negative bacterium P.aeruginosa, this activity is inhibited by LPS from P.aeruginosa; Belongs to the BPI/LBP/Plunc superfamily. BPI/LBP family. (487 aa)
REG3GRegenerating islet-derived protein 3-gamma 16.5 kDa form; Bactericidal C-type lectin which acts exclusively against Gram-positive bacteria and mediates bacterial killing by binding to surface-exposed carbohydrate moieties of peptidoglycan. Restricts bacterial colonization of the intestinal epithelial surface and consequently limits activation of adaptive immune responses by the microbiota. The uncleaved form has bacteriostatic activity, whereas the cleaved form has bactericidal activity against L.monocytogenes and methicillin-resistant S.aureus. Regulates keratinocyte proliferation and [...] (175 aa)
PGLYRP3Peptidoglycan recognition protein 3; Pattern receptor that binds to murein peptidoglycans (PGN) of Gram-positive bacteria. Has bactericidal activity towards Gram-positive bacteria. May kill Gram-positive bacteria by interfering with peptidoglycan biosynthesis. Binds also to Gram-negative bacteria, and has bacteriostatic activity towards Gram-negative bacteria. Plays a role in innate immunity; Belongs to the N-acetylmuramoyl-L-alanine amidase 2 family. (341 aa)
CCR2C-C chemokine receptor type 2; Key functional receptor for CCL2 but can also bind CCL7 and CCL12. Its binding with CCL2 on monocytes and macrophages mediates chemotaxis and migration induction through the activation of the PI3K cascade, the small G protein Rac and lamellipodium protrusion (Probable). Also acts as a receptor for the beta-defensin DEFB106A/DEFB106B. Regulates the expression of T-cell inflammatory cytokines and T-cell differentiation, promoting the differentiation of T-cells into T-helper 17 cells (Th17) during inflammation (By similarity). Facilitates the export of matur [...] (374 aa)
PGLYRP2N-acetylmuramoyl-L-alanine amidase; May play a scavenger role by digesting biologically active peptidoglycan (PGN) into biologically inactive fragments. Has no direct bacteriolytic activity; Belongs to the N-acetylmuramoyl-L-alanine amidase 2 family. (634 aa)
CAMPCathelicidin antimicrobial peptide; Binds to bacterial lipopolysaccharides (LPS), has antibacterial activity. (173 aa)
LEAP2Liver-expressed antimicrobial peptide 2; Has an antimicrobial activity; Belongs to the LEAP2 family. (77 aa)
DEFA4Neutrophil defensin 4; Has antimicrobial activity against Gram-negative bacteria, and to a lesser extent also against Gram-positive bacteria and fungi. Protects blood cells against infection with HIV-1 (in vitro). Inhibits corticotropin (ACTH)-stimulated corticosterone production. (97 aa)
DEFA6Defensin-6; Has very low antimicrobial activity against Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. May protect cells against infection with HIV-1. (100 aa)
DEFB1Beta-defensin 1; Has bactericidal activity. May act as a ligand for C-C chemokine receptor CCR6. Positively regulates the sperm motility and bactericidal activity in a CCR6-dependent manner. Binds to CCR6 and triggers Ca2+ mobilization in the sperm which is important for its motility. (68 aa)
RNASE7Ribonuclease 7; Exhibits a potent RNase activity. Has broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity against many pathogenic microorganisms and remarkably potent activity (lethal dose of 90% < 30 nM) against a vancomycin resistant Enterococcus faecium. Causes loss of bacterial membrane integrity. Probably contributes to urinary tract sterility. Bactericidal activity is independent of RNase activity. Belongs to the pancreatic ribonuclease family. (156 aa)
RNASE6Ribonuclease K6; Ribonuclease which shows a preference for the pyrimidines uridine and cytosine. Has potent antibacterial activity against a range of Gram-positive and Gram- negative bacteria, including P.aeruginosa, A.baumanii, M.luteus, S.aureus, E.faecalis, E.faecium, S.saprophyticus and E.coli. Causes loss of bacterial membrane integrity, and also promotes agglutination of Gram-negative bacteria. Probably contributes to urinary tract sterility. Bactericidal activity is independent of RNase activity. (150 aa)
RNASE3Eosinophil cationic protein; Cytotoxin and helminthotoxin with low-efficiency ribonuclease activity. Possesses a wide variety of biological activities. Exhibits antibacterial activity, including cytoplasmic membrane depolarization of preferentially Gram-negative, but also Gram-positive strains. Promotes E.coli outer membrane detachment, alteration of the overall cell shape and partial loss of cell content. (160 aa)
DEFB4ABeta-defensin 4A; Exhibits antimicrobial activity against Gram-negative bacteria and Gram-positive bacteria. May act as a ligand for C-C chemokine receptor CCR6. Can bind to both human and mouse CCR6 and induce chemotactic activity of CCR6-expressing cells. Belongs to the beta-defensin family. LAP/TAP subfamily. (64 aa)
RNASE8Ribonuclease 8; Has a low ribonuclease activity. (154 aa)
DEFB114Beta-defensin 114; Has a salt-sensitive antimicrobial activity against Gram- negative bacteria, including E.coli, Gram-positive, including S.aureus, and fungi, including C.albicans. Binds to and neutralizes bacterial lipopolysaccharides (LPS), abolishing TNF production by macrophages challenged with LPS. Rescues the LPS-induced reduction of sperm motility in vitro and may protect from LPS-induced lethality. (69 aa)
CLUClusterin alpha chain; [Isoform 1]: Functions as extracellular chaperone that prevents aggregation of non native proteins. Prevents stress-induced aggregation of blood plasma proteins. Inhibits formation of amyloid fibrils by APP, APOC2, B2M, CALCA, CSN3, SNCA and aggregation-prone LYZ variants (in vitro). Does not require ATP. Maintains partially unfolded proteins in a state appropriate for subsequent refolding by other chaperones, such as HSPA8/HSC70. Does not refold proteins by itself. Binding to cell surface receptors triggers internalization of the chaperone-client complex and sub [...] (449 aa)
DEFB112Beta-defensin 112; Has antibacterial activity; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (113 aa)
DEFB104ABeta-defensin 104; Has antimicrobial activity. Synergistic effects with lysozyme and DEFB103; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (72 aa)
DEFB103ABeta-defensin 103; Exhibits antimicrobial activity against Gram-positive bacteria S.aureus and S.pyogenes, Gram-negative bacteria P.aeruginosa and E.coli and the yeast C.albicans. Kills multiresistant S.aureus and vancomycin-resistant E.faecium. No significant hemolytic activity was observed. (67 aa)
ITLN1Intelectin-1; Lectin that specifically recognizes microbial carbohydrate chains in a calcium-dependent manner. Binds to microbial glycans that contain a terminal acyclic 1,2-diol moiety, including beta-linked D-galactofuranose (beta- Galf), D-phosphoglycerol-modified glycans, D-glycero-D-talo-oct-2- ulosonic acid (KO) and 3-deoxy-D-manno-oct-2-ulosonic acid (KDO). Binds to glycans from Gram-positive and Gram- negative bacteria, including K.pneumoniae, S.pneumoniae, Y.pestis, P.mirabilis and P.vulgaris. Does not bind human glycans. Probably plays a role in the defense system against mic [...] (313 aa)
DEFB124Beta-defensin 124; Has antibacterial activity; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (71 aa)
DEFA3Neutrophil defensin 2; Defensin 2 and defensin 3 have antibiotic, fungicide and antiviral activities. Has antimicrobial activity against Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. Defensins are thought to kill microbes by permeabilizing their plasma membrane. (94 aa)
DEFA5Defensin-5; Has antimicrobial activity against Gram-negative and Gram- positive bacteria. Defensins are thought to kill microbes by permeabilizing their plasma membrane. All DEFA5 peptides exert antimicrobial activities, but their potency is affected by peptide processing. (94 aa)
DEFB108BBeta-defensin 108B; Has antibacterial activity. (73 aa)
DEFB105ABeta-defensin 105; Has antibacterial activity. (78 aa)
DEFB106BBeta-defensin 106; Has antibacterial activity. Acts as a ligand for C-C chemokine receptor CCR2. Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (65 aa)
DEFB107ABeta-defensin 107; Has antibacterial activity. (70 aa)
DEFB128Beta-defensin 128; Has antibacterial activity; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (93 aa)
DEFB131ABeta-defensin 131A; Has antibacterial activity (Probable). Upon stimulation with lipoteichoic acid, promotes cytokines and chemokines production and secretion ; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (70 aa)
CCR6C-C chemokine receptor type 6; Receptor for the C-C type chemokine CCL20. Binds to CCL20 and subsequently transduces a signal by increasing the intracellular calcium ion levels. Although CCL20 is its major ligand it can also act as a receptor for non-chemokine ligands such as beta-defensins. Binds to defensin DEFB1 leading to increase in intracellular calcium ions and cAMP levels. Its binding to DEFB1 is essential for the function of DEFB1 in regulating sperm motility and bactericidal activity. Binds to defensins DEFB4 and DEFB4A/B and mediates their chemotactic effects. The ligand-rec [...] (374 aa)
BPIFB6BPI fold containing family B member 6; Belongs to the BPI/LBP/Plunc superfamily. BPI/LBP family. (453 aa)
ATP7ACopper-transporting ATPase 1; May supply copper to copper-requiring proteins within the secretory pathway, when localized in the trans-Golgi network. Under conditions of elevated extracellular copper, it relocalized to the plasma membrane where it functions in the efflux of copper from cells; Belongs to the cation transport ATPase (P-type) (TC 3.A.3) family. Type IB subfamily. (1500 aa)
BPIFA1BPI fold-containing family A member 1; Lipid-binding protein which shows high specificity for the surfactant phospholipid dipalmitoylphosphatidylcholine (DPPC). Plays a role in the innate immune responses of the upper airways. Reduces the surface tension in secretions from airway epithelia and inhibits the formation of biofilm by pathogenic Gram-negative bacteria, such as P.aeruginosa and K.pneumoniae. Negatively regulates proteolytic cleavage of SCNN1G, an event that is required for activation of the epithelial sodium channel (ENaC), and thereby contributes to airway surface liquid ho [...] (256 aa)
PGLYRP4Peptidoglycan recognition protein 4; Pattern receptor that binds to murein peptidoglycans (PGN) of Gram-positive bacteria. Has bactericidal activity towards Gram-positive bacteria. May kill Gram-positive bacteria by interfering with peptidoglycan biosynthesis. Binds also to Gram-negative bacteria, and has bacteriostatic activity towards Gram-negative bacteria. Plays a role in innate immunity. (373 aa)
PRSS3Trypsin-3; Digestive protease that cleaves proteins preferentially after an Arg residue and has proteolytic activity toward Kunitz-type trypsin inhibitors. Belongs to the peptidase S1 family. (304 aa)
TLR1Toll-like receptor 1; Participates in the innate immune response to microbial agents. Specifically recognizes diacylated and triacylated lipopeptides. Cooperates with TLR2 to mediate the innate immune response to bacterial lipoproteins or lipopeptides. Forms the activation cluster TLR2:TLR1:CD14 in response to triacylated lipopeptides, this cluster triggers signaling from the cell surface and subsequently is targeted to the Golgi in a lipid-raft dependent pathway. Acts via MYD88 and TRAF6, leading to NF-kappa-B activation, cytokine secretion and the inflammatory response. Belongs to th [...] (786 aa)
S100A7S100 calcium binding protein A7. (101 aa)
S100A7AProtein S100-A7A; May be involved in epidermal differentiation and inflammation and might therefore be important for the pathogenesis of psoriasis and other diseases. (101 aa)
S100A8Protein S100-A8; S100A8 is a calcium- and zinc-binding protein which plays a prominent role in the regulation of inflammatory processes and immune response. It can induce neutrophil chemotaxis and adhesion. Predominantly found as calprotectin (S100A8/A9) which has a wide plethora of intra- and extracellular functions. The intracellular functions include: facilitating leukocyte arachidonic acid trafficking and metabolism, modulation of the tubulin-dependent cytoskeleton during migration of phagocytes and activation of the neutrophilic NADPH- oxidase. Activates NADPH-oxidase by facilitat [...] (93 aa)
S100A9Protein S100-A9; S100A9 is a calcium- and zinc-binding protein which plays a prominent role in the regulation of inflammatory processes and immune response. It can induce neutrophil chemotaxis, adhesion, can increase the bactericidal activity of neutrophils by promoting phagocytosis via activation of SYK, PI3K/AKT, and ERK1/2 and can induce degranulation of neutrophils by a MAPK-dependent mechanism. Predominantly found as calprotectin (S100A8/A9) which has a wide plethora of intra- and extracellular functions. The intracellular functions include: facilitating leukocyte arachidonic acid [...] (114 aa)
DEFB110Beta-defensin 110; Has antibacterial activity. (67 aa)
EPPINEppin; Serine protease inhibitor that plays an essential role in male reproduction and fertility. Modulates the hydrolysis of SEMG1 by KLK3/PSA (a serine protease), provides antimicrobial protection for spermatozoa in the ejaculate coagulum, and binds SEMG1 thereby inhibiting sperm motility. (133 aa)
SEMG1Seminal basic protein; Predominant protein in semen. It participates in the formation of a gel matrix entrapping the accessory gland secretions and ejaculated spermatozoa. Fragments of semenogelin and/or fragments of the related proteins may contribute to the activation of progressive sperm movements as the gel-forming proteins are fragmented by KLK3/PSA. (462 aa)
LCN2Neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin; Iron-trafficking protein involved in multiple processes such as apoptosis, innate immunity and renal development. Binds iron through association with 2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid (2,5-DHBA), a siderophore that shares structural similarities with bacterial enterobactin, and delivers or removes iron from the cell, depending on the context. Iron-bound form (holo-24p3) is internalized following binding to the SLC22A17 (24p3R) receptor, leading to release of iron and subsequent increase of intracellular iron concentration. In contrast, association of [...] (198 aa)
BPIFB4BPI fold-containing family B member 4; May have the capacity to recognize and bind specific classes of odorants. May act as a carrier molecule, transporting odorants across the mucus layer to access receptor sites. May serve as a primary defense mechanism by recognizing and removing potentially harmful odorants or pathogenic microorganisms from the mucosa or clearing excess odorant from mucus to enable new odorant stimuli to be received (By similarity); Belongs to the BPI/LBP/Plunc superfamily. BPI/LBP family. (614 aa)
DEFB123Beta-defensin 123; Has antibacterial activity; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (67 aa)
DEFB135Beta-defensin 135; Has antibacterial activity; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (77 aa)
DEFB136Beta-defensin 136; Has antibacterial activity; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (78 aa)
DEFB132Beta-defensin 132; Has antibacterial activity; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (95 aa)
DEFB127Beta-defensin 127; Has antibacterial activity. (99 aa)
DEFB126Beta-defensin 126; Highly glycosylated atypical beta-defensin involved in several aspects of sperm function. Facilitates sperm transport in the female reproductive tract and contributes to sperm protection against immunodetection; both functions are probably implicating the negative surface charge provided by its O-linked oligosaccharides in the sperm glycocalyx. Involved in binding of sperm to oviductal epithelial cells to form a sperm reservoir until ovulation. Release from the sperm surface during capacitation and ovaluation by an elevation of oviductal fluid pH is unmasking other s [...] (111 aa)
DEFB125Beta-defensin 125; Has antibacterial activity; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (156 aa)
DEFA1BNeutrophil defensin 1; Defensin 1 and defensin 2 have antibacterial, fungicide and antiviral activities. Has antimicrobial activity against Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. Defensins are thought to kill microbes by permeabilizing their plasma membrane. (94 aa)
REG3ARegenerating islet-derived protein 3-alpha 16.5 kDa form; Bactericidal C-type lectin which acts exclusively against Gram-positive bacteria and mediates bacterial killing by binding to surface-exposed carbohydrate moieties of peptidoglycan. Regulates keratinocyte proliferation and differentiation after skin injury via activation of EXTL3-PI3K-AKT signaling pathway. (175 aa)
DEFB113Beta-defensin 113; Has antibacterial activity; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (82 aa)
DEFB130ABeta-defensin 130A; Antimicrobial host-defense peptide. Has an antiplasmodial activity. (79 aa)
PLA2G2APhospholipase A2, membrane associated; Catalyzes the calcium-dependent hydrolysis of the 2-acyl groups in 3-sn-phosphoglycerides. Thought to participate in the regulation of phospholipid metabolism in biomembranes including eicosanoid biosynthesis. Independent of its catalytic activity, acts as a ligand for integrins. Binds to and activates integrins ITGAV:ITGB3, ITGA4:ITGB1 and ITGA5:ITGB1. Binds to a site (site 2) which is distinct from the classical ligand-binding site (site 1) and induces integrin conformational changes and enhanced ligand binding to site 1. Induces cell proliferat [...] (144 aa)
DEFB116Beta-defensin 116; Has antibacterial activity; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (102 aa)
DEFB115Beta-defensin 115; Has antibacterial activity; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (88 aa)
DCDSurvival-promoting peptide; DCD-1 displays antimicrobial activity thereby limiting skin infection by potential pathogens in the first few hours after bacterial colonization. Highly effective against E.coli, E.faecalis, S.aureus and C.albicans. Optimal pH and salt concentration resemble the conditions in sweat. Also exhibits proteolytic activity, cleaving on the C- terminal side of Arg and, to a lesser extent, Lys residues. (121 aa)
DEFB121Beta-defensin 121; Has antibacterial activity; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (76 aa)
HTN1His1-(31-57)-peptide; Histatins are salivary proteins that are considered to be major precursors of the protective proteinaceous structure on tooth surfaces (enamel pellicle). In addition, histatins exhibit antibacterial and antifungal activities; Belongs to the histatin/statherin family. (57 aa)
ATOX1Copper transport protein ATOX1; Binds and deliver cytosolic copper to the copper ATPase proteins. May be important in cellular antioxidant defense; Belongs to the ATX1 family. (68 aa)
HTN3His3-(20-30)-peptide; Histatins are salivary proteins that are considered to be major precursors of the protective proteinaceous structure on tooth surfaces (enamel pellicle). In addition, histatins exhibit antibacterial and antifungal activities. His3-(20-43)-peptide (histatin-5) is especially effective against C.albicans and C.neoformans, and inhibits Lys-gingipain and Arg-gingipain (rgpB) from P.gingivalis. In addition, His3-(20-43)-peptide is a potent inhibitor of metalloproteinases MMP2 and MMP9. (51 aa)
DEFB134Beta-defensin 134; Has antibacterial activity; Belongs to the beta-defensin family. (66 aa)
GNLYGranulysin; Antimicrobial protein that kills intracellular pathogens. Active against a broad range of microbes, including Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, fungi, and parasites. Kills Mycobacterium tuberculosis. (172 aa)
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Homo sapiens
NCBI taxonomy Id: 9606
Other names: H. sapiens, human, man
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