Abstract: The present invention relates to peptides with alternating stereochemistry. In particular, the invention relates to peptides comprising alternating stereochemistry of (LDLD) in the first four amino acid residues. The invention further contemplates the use of peptides with alternating stereochemistry in treating pain.

Abstract: This invention relates to peptides and their use for modulating sodium channels. More particularly, the present invention relates to peptides from the venom of the tarantula Pamphobeteus nigricolor and their use in methods of inhibiting Nav1.7 and for treating or preventing conditions associated with Nav1.7 activity such as neuropathic, inflammatory and nociceptive pain.

Abstract: This invention relates to peptides and their use for modulating sodium channels. More particularly, the present invention relates to peptides from the venom of the tarantula Pamphobeteus nigricolor and their use in methods of inhibiting Nav1.7 and for treating or preventing conditions associated with Nav1.7 activity such as neuropathic, inflammatory and nociceptive pain.

Abstract: Peptide analogues of oxytocin are described together with methods of treating conditions ameliorated by modulating oxytocin receptor. The peptide analogues are seleno or telluro peptide analogues. Methods of synthesis of selenocysteine, tellurocysteine and oxytocin analogues are also described.

Abstract: The present invention discloses proteinaceous compounds that comprise at least a biologically active portion of a taipan natriuretic peptide (TNP) or a variant or derivative thereof. The invention also relates to the use of these compounds in methods for stimulating vasodilation, natriuresis, diuresis, renin-suppression, bactericidal activity, weight-loss or bone growth in a mammalian host. In specific embodiments, the compounds are useful in the treatment of congestive heart failure.

Abstract: The present invention discloses proteinaceous compounds that comprise at least a biologically active portion of a taipan natriuretic peptide (TNP) or a variant or derivative thereof. The invention also relates to the use of these compounds in methods for stimulating vasodilation, natriuresis, diuresis, renin-suppression, bactericidal activity, weight-loss or bone growth in a mammalian host. In specific embodiments, the compounds are useful in the treatment of congestive heart failure.

Abstract: The present invention discloses proteinaceous compounds that comprise at least a biologically active portion of a taipan natriuretic peptide (TNP) or a variant or derivative thereof. The invention also relates to the use of these compounds in methods for stimulating vasodilation, natriuresis, diuresis, renin-suppression, bactericidal activity, weight-loss or bone growth in a mammalian host. In specific embodiments, the compounds are useful in the treatment of congestive heart failure.

Abstract: An isolated, synthetic or recombinant ?-conotoxin peptide having the ability to inhibit neuronal amine transporter comprising the following sequence of amino acids: Cys Cys Gly Tyr Lys Leu Cys Xaa5 Xaa6 Cys, SEQ ID NO. 3, where Xaa5 and Xaa6 are independently absent or represent any amino acid residue except Cys; or a sequence in which Gly, Tyr, Lys or Leu are subject to conservative amino acid substitution or side chain modification; with the proviso that the peptide is not ?-MrIA, ?-MrIB, Mar2, CMrVIA, Bn1.5, Mr1.3 or Au1.4; or a salt, ester, amide, prodrug or cyclised derivative thereof.

Abstract: An isolated, synthetic or recombinant ?-conotoxin peptide comprising the following sequence of amino acids: Xaa1 Xaa2 Gly Val Cys Cys Gly Tyr Lys Leu Cys His Pro Cys SEQ ID NO. 3 where Xaa1 is a N-terminal Xaa1 is a N-terminal pyroglutamate (pGlu) or D-pyroglutamate (DpGlu) residue; and Xaa2 is Asn or a deletion; or such a sequence in which one or more Cys is replaced with its corresponding D-amino acid and/or one or more amino acid residues other than Cys has undergone a side chain modification, or a salt, ester, amide or prodrug thereof. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising those peptides and the use of these peptides in the prophylaxis or treatment of conditions, such as but not limited to, pain, inflammation, incontinence, cardiovascular conditions and mood disorders.

Abstract: This invention relates to cyclised conotoxin peptides, processes for their preparation and their pharmaceutical use.

Abstract: The invention relates to an isolated, synthetic or recombinant ?-conotoxin peptide having the ability to inhibit a neuronal amine transporter, nucleic acid molecules encoding all or part of such peptides, antibodies to such peptides and uses and methods of treatment involving them.