Gene expression changes after heat shock of procyclic-form Trypanosoma brucei suggest that stress has a role in differentiation to mammalian-infective forms.
Igor Minia, Clementine Merce, Monica Terrao, Christine Clayton
This study shows that heat shock in Trypanosoma brucei affects mRNA translation and granule formation, with some mRNAs remaining active and promoting differentiation to mammalian-infective forms.
bioRxiv · Jun 13, 2016 · PreprintCell Biology