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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Main Authors: Susanne Vogeler, Stefano Carboni, Xiaoxu Li, Alyssa Joyce
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-01-01
Series:BMC Genomics
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12864-021-07380-0