Env-less endogenous retroviruses are genomic superspreaders.

Endogenous retroviruses (ERVs) differ from typical retroviruses in being inherited through the host germline and therefore are a unique combination of pathogen and selfish genetic element. Some ERV lineages proliferate by infecting germline cells, as do typical retroviruses, whereas others lack the...

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Autori principali: Magiorkinis, G, Gifford, R, Katzourakis, A, De Ranter, J, Belshaw, R
Natura: Journal article
Lingua:English
Pubblicazione: 2012