Differential Expression Pattern of Retroviral Envelope Gene in the Equine Placenta

Endogenous retroviruses (ERVs) are proviral phases of exogenous retroviruses, which have coevolved with vertebrate genomes for millions of years. The conservation of ERV genes throughout evolution suggests their beneficial effects on their hosts' survival. An example of such positive selection...

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Main Authors: Valentina Stefanetti, Luisa Pascucci, Sandra Wilsher, Katia Cappelli, Stefano Capomaccio, Lara Reale, Fabrizio Passamonti, Mauro Coletti, Martina Crociati, Maurizio Monaci, Maria Luisa Marenzoni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-07-01
Series:Frontiers in Veterinary Science
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2021.693416/full