Researchers describe their discovery of a new mechanism that could contribute to the pathogenesis of inflammatory diseases. The scientists found that ZBP1, a protein best known for defending against incoming viruses, is activated by sensing an unusual form of cellular genetic material (Z-nucleic acids), leading to cell death and inflammation.
from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/03/200331130051.htm
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