Evolution of the Cytolytic Pore-Forming Proteins (Actinoporins) in Sea Anemones
Sea anemones (Cnidaria, Anthozoa, and Actiniaria) use toxic peptides to incapacitate and immobilize prey and to deter potential predators. Their toxin arsenal is complex, targeting a variety of functionally important protein complexes and macromolecules involved in cellular homeostasis. Among these,...
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2016-12-01
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| Series: | Toxins |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/8/12/368 |