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ImmuneHealing & Repair

LL-37

Also known as Cathelicidin · hCAP-18 fragment

Human cathelicidin antimicrobial peptide active across bacteria, fungi, and viruses.

Overview

LL-37 is the C-terminal 37-residue fragment of human cathelicidin hCAP-18 and the only cathelicidin expressed in humans. Roles span direct antimicrobial activity, chemotaxis, and wound healing.

Mechanism

Membrane disruption of pathogens; immunomodulatory signaling via FPRL1.

Research areas

  • Antimicrobial resistance
  • Chronic wound healing
  • Innate immunity

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