Decoding Neurological Mysteries: The Potential Impact of Endogenous Retroviruses on Brain Health

Endogenous retroviruses (ERVs), remnants of ancient viral invasions, make up a significant part of the mammalian genomes. ERVs are typically held in check by complex epigenetic mechanisms, which serve to limit their expansion and potential adverse effects on the genome. However, ERVs can become aber...

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Main Authors: Jiaqi Li, Liyong Liao, Xixi Liu, Yueyan Zhu, Daijing Sun, Chenchun Zhang, Yan Jiang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Tsinghua University Press 2024-03-01
Series:Stress and Brain
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Online Access:https://www.sciopen.com/article/10.26599/SAB.2023.9060005