Phylogenetic analysis of the caspase family in bivalves: implications for programmed cell death, immune response and development
Abstract Background Apoptosis is an important process for an organism’s innate immune system to respond to pathogens, while also allowing for cell differentiation and other essential life functions. Caspases are one of the key protease enzymes involved in the apoptotic process, however there is curr...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-01-01
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Series: | BMC Genomics |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12864-021-07380-0 |