Using cell culture and animal models of prion diseases, Ishibashi et al. show that type I interferon signalling interferes with prion infection in mammals. A selective type I interferon receptor… Click to show full abstract
Using cell culture and animal models of prion diseases, Ishibashi et al. show that type I interferon signalling interferes with prion infection in mammals. A selective type I interferon receptor agonist inhibits prion invasion and prolongs survival of prion-infected mice, suggesting potential clinical applications.
               
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