Sterol Biosynthesis Pathway as Target for Anti-trypanosomatid Drugs
Sterols are constituents of the cellular membranes that are essential for their normal structure and function. In mammalian cells, cholesterol is the main sterol found in the various membranes. However, other sterols predominate in eukaryotic microorganisms such as fungi and protozoa. It is now well...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2009-01-01
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| Series: | Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Infectious Diseases |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2009/642502 |