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NF-kappaB-dependent induction of tumor necrosis factor-related apoptosis-inducing ligand (TRAIL) and Fas/FasL is crucial for efficient influenza virus propagation.
The Journal of biological chemistry - 23 Jul 2004
Wurzer Walter J, Ehrhardt Christina, Pleschka Stephan, Berberich-Siebelt Friederike, Wolff Thorsten, Walczak Henning, Planz Oliver, Ludwig Stephan
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Activation of the transcription factor NF-kappaB is a hallmark of infections by viral pathogens including influenza viruses. Because gene expression of many proinflammatory and antiviral cytokines is controlled by this factor, the concept emerged that NF-kappaB and its upstream regulator IkappaB kinase are essential components of the innate antiviral immune response to infectious pathogens. In contrast to this...
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