The effect of biologically active compounds in the mucus of slugs Limax maximus and Arion rufus on human skin cells

Abstract Molluscs are one of the sources of biologically active substances, which are now intensively studied, especially for their anti-cancer properties. Malignant melanoma originates from melanocytes, develops very quickly and is associated with poor prognosis. Therefore, the aim of the study was...

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Main Authors: Leśków Anna, Tarnowska Małgorzata, Szczuka Izabela, Diakowska Dorota
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Publishing Group 2021-09-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021-98183-6