A Drosophila model for Costello Syndrome caused by Ras mutation K117R
Prashath Karunaraj, Emily Cao, Harnoor Singh, Max Luf, Stacey J. Baker, E. Premkumar Reddy, Cathie M. Pfleger
This paper characterizes the Drosophila model of Costello Syndrome caused by the rare HRas K117R mutation, showing increased lethality, reduced body size, and specific phenotypes that suggest distinct roles for Raf-ERK and PI3K signaling pathways.
bioRxiv · Feb 3, 2025 · PreprintDevelopmental Biology