Topic · Immunology · Immunology and Microbiology
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4 papers
Linwei Yang, Jianhui He, Alian Liao, Deyu Han, Wanli Lu, Hongliang Zuo, Jin He, Xiaopeng Xu
This study identifies Vago4 as a ligand that downregulates Domeless to restrain JAK/STAT signaling in invertebrates, defining an IFN-like axis.
bioRxiv · Oct 30, 2026 · PreprintImmunology
Akshay Alaghatta, Samantha Tse-Kang, Daniel Bollen, Khursheed Alam Wani, Nicholas Peterson, Read Pukkila-Worley
This study identifies kri-1/KRIT1 as a regulator that limits skn-1/NRF2 activity to control immune responses and lipid homeostasis in C. elegans, supporting reproductive health.
PLoS Genetics · Oct 30, 2026Peer-reviewedGenetics
Cédric Aumont, Pankaj Dhakad, Weng Yi-ming, David M. Alff, Dino Peter McMahon, Mark A. Hanson
The paper identifies horizontal gene transfer of the Drosomycin antimicrobial peptide gene across insect species, suggesting HGT contributes to immune system novelty and defense capabilities.
bioRxiv · Oct 26, 2026 · PreprintEvolutionary Biology
Michael Blazanin, Nowmita Nasir, Emilie Haniak, Bardia Masudy, Phae Elton, Sarah Perin Otto, Kayla C. King
This study investigates pleiotropy in host defense mechanisms of C. elegans against Pseudomonas aeruginosa by analyzing gene knockouts and their effects on multiple defense traits.
bioRxiv · Oct 18, 2026 · PreprintImmunology