Nematode Orthologs of Macrophage Migration Inhibitory Factor (MIF) as Modulators of the Host Immune Response and Potential Therapeutic Targets

One of the adaptations of nematodes, which allows long-term survival in the host, is the production of proteins with immunomodulatory properties. The parasites secrete numerous homologs of human immune mediators, such as macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF), which is a substantial regulator...

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Main Authors: Justyna Karabowicz, Ewa Długosz, Piotr Bąska, Marcin Wiśniewski
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-02-01
Series:Pathogens
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0817/11/2/258