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A novel fish interferon-derived antimicrobial peptide with rapid, broad-spectrum bactericidal activity and low toxicity for aquaculture disease control

Aug 2026 · Aquaculture International · Vol 34 · 0 citations · 62 references

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Findings identify RRL14 as a promising fish interferon-derived antimicrobial peptide with potent antibacterial activity, excellent stability, low toxicity, and considerable potential for the prevention and treatment of bacterial diseases in aquaculture.

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