Respiratory syncytial virus matrix protein assembles as a lattice with local and extended order that coordinates the position of the fusion glycoprotein
B. S. Sibert, J. Y. Kim, J. E. Yang, Z. Ke, C. C. Stobart, M. M. Moore, E. R. Wright
This study uses cryo-electron tomography to show RSV matrix protein forms a helical lattice that positions the fusion glycoprotein, providing insights into virion organization and potential vaccine targets.
bioRxiv · Oct 13, 2021 · PreprintBiophysics