Amphibian mast cells: barriers to chytrid fungus infections
K. A. Hauser, C. N. Garvey, R. S. Crow, M. R. H. Hossainey, D. T. Howard, N. Ranganathan, L. K. Gentry, A. Yaparla, N. Kalia, M. Zelle, E. J. Jones, A. N. Duttargi, L. A. Rollins-Smith, C. R. Muletz-Wolz, L. Grayfer
This study investigates the role of Xenopus laevis mast cells in defending against chytrid fungus infections, finding they reduce inflammation and protect skin microbiomes.
bioRxiv · Sep 29, 2023Immunology