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Budgett’s frog
March 28 , 2024
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- Researchers from the IISc have identified that peptides (short protein) produced from Budgett’s frog can combat enzymes of disease-causing pathogens.
- The peptides (short proteins) produced from the skin of amphibians have long been studied because of their ability to counter unfavourable conditions in the environment, including harmful pathogens.
- This frog-secreted peptide inhibited two key enzymes called subtilisin carlsberg and proteinase K., produced by pathogens.
- Budgett’s frog found in South America is kept as a pet in many countries because of their intelligent behaviour.
- The frogs have developed a defensive mechanism through their skin.
- They generally combat the microorganisms and other harmful things through their skins.
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