Genetic diversity and evolution of the MHC class II DRB gene in the Japanese marten, Martes melampus (Carnivora: Mustelidae)
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DOI: 10.1007/s13364-020-00506-x
Abstract: High polymorphism in major histocompatibility complex (MHC) genes plays an essential role in the adaptive immune system of vertebrates for defense against various pathogens. To further understand the evolution of MHC in wildlife, partial sequences… read more here.
Keywords: evolution; evolution mhc; class drb; mhc ... See more keywords
The new W family reconstructs the evolution of MHC genes
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DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2122079119
Abstract: The importance of adaptive immunity has been highlighted by the protection afforded by vaccination in the face of the current coronavirus pandemic. Much has been learned about the origins and subsequent evolution of the antigen-specific… read more here.
Keywords: mhc molecules; evolution mhc; class; class molecules ... See more keywords