Deep conservation of bivalve nacre proteins highlighted by shell matrix proteomics of the Unionoida Elliptio complanata and Villosa lienosa
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DOI: 10.1098/rsif.2016.0846
Abstract: The formation of the molluscan shell nacre is regulated to a large extent by a matrix of extracellular macromolecules that are secreted by the shell-forming tissue, the mantle. This so-called ‘calcifying matrix’ is a complex… read more here.
Keywords: matrix; nacre proteins; villosa lienosa; elliptio complanata ... See more keywords
The growth of juvenile native mussels ( Elliptio complanata ) in lakes varies with sediment characteristics and site exposure
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DOI: 10.1111/fwb.13420
Abstract: Unionid mussels are among the largest and longest‐lived freshwater invertebrates and can play an important role in these ecosystems. They are also one of the most endangered groups of organisms. The juvenile stage is a… read more here.
Keywords: characteristics site; growth juvenile; elliptio complanata; sediment characteristics ... See more keywords