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The Defensin Gene in Dermacentor Variabilis and Ixodes Scapularis

open access: yes, 2005
In response to microbial challenge, invertebrates rely on their innate immune response to recognize and destroy harmful pathogens. One of the primary proteins produced by the response and that has been observed in many invertebrates, including insects, mussels, and ticks, is defensin. These proteins are responsible for forming pores in the membranes of
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