Association of Alpha-Crystallin with Fiber Cell Plasma Membrane of the Eye Lens Accompanied by Light Scattering and Cataract Formation
α-crystallin is a major protein found in the mammalian eye lens that works as a molecular chaperone by preventing the aggregation of proteins and providing tolerance to stress in the eye lens. These functions of α-crystallin are significant for maintaining lens transparency. However, with age and ca...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-06-01
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Series: | Membranes |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0375/11/6/447 |