Is RNA interference a physiologically relevant innate antiviral immune response in mammals?
Published
Journal Article (Review)
While RNA interference (RNAi) functions as an antiviral response in plants, nematodes, and arthropods, a similar antiviral role in mammals has remained controversial. Three recent papers provide evidence that either favors or challenges this hypothesis. Here, we discuss these new findings in the context of previous research.
Full Text
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Cullen, BR; Cherry, S; tenOever, BR
Published Date
- October 2013
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 14 / 4
Start / End Page
- 374 - 378
PubMed ID
- 24139396
Pubmed Central ID
- 24139396
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 1934-6069
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 1931-3128
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1016/j.chom.2013.09.011
Language
- eng