Preferred Term:
nonribosomal peptides
Definition:
Non-ribosomal peptides are microbial secondary metabolites, synthesized independently without mRNA and ribosomal machinery. These peptides use non-ribosomal peptide synthetases, amino acids and other metabolite precursors for their biosynthesis. These are often produced in the cytosol of bacteria and fungi and some possess drug-like properties.
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Entry Terms:
- non-ribosomal peptides
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/329804
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