Anastasios Melis

Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF1) over-expression on a phycocyanin carrier protein in cyanobacteria

Abstract The Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 (IGF1) is a small (~ 7.6 kDa) protein-hormone primarily generated in the liver of mammals. It has a similar structure to insulin, and functions to support cell growth and development. As a result, IGF1 is in high demand in the biopharmace...