In this study, a novel epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR)-targeted, human β-defensin 1-tailored fusion protein, Ec-LDP-DF, and its enediyne-integrated analogue, Ec-LDP(AE)-DF, have been prepared by genetic engineering and molecular reconstitution. The fusion protein Ec-LDP(AE)-DF displays extremely potent cytotoxicity and might be highly effective for non-small cell lung cancer therapy and useful for other EGFR-targeted therapeutics.
- Wen-juan Liu
- Kun-li Zhu
- Hui Zhu