Comparative genome analysis reveals a conserved family of actin-like proteins in apicomplexan parasites

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The phylum Apicomplexa is an early-branching eukaryotic lineage that contains a number of important human and animal pathogens. Their complex life cycles and unique cytoskeletal features distinguish them from other model eukaryotes....

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Main Authors: Sibley L David, Gordon Jennifer L
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2005-12-01
Series:BMC Genomics
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2164/6/179