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IRF7 from the black flying fox induces a STAT1-independent ISG response in unstimulated cell lines that protects against diverse RNA viruses
Pamela C. De La Cruz-Rivera, Jennifer L. Eitson, John W. Schoggins
This study identifies IRF7 from the black flying fox as a potent antiviral molecule that induces an ISG response independent of STAT1, providing broad protection against multiple RNA viruses.