Intracellular Transport and Cytotoxicity of the Protein Toxin Ricin
Ricin can be isolated from the seeds of the castor bean plant (<i>Ricinus communis</i>). It belongs to the ribosome-inactivating protein (RIP) family of toxins classified as a bio-threat agent due to its high toxicity, stability and availability. Ricin is a typical A-B toxin consisting o...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-06-01
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Series: | Toxins |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/11/6/350 |