Article
Evolution of STAT2 resistance to flavivirus NS5 occurred multiple times despite genetic constraints
26 Jun 2024
Abstract excerpt
Zika and dengue virus nonstructural protein 5 antagonism of STAT2, a critical interferon signaling transcription factor, to suppress the host interferon response is required for viremia and pathogenesis in a vertebrate host. This affects viral species tropism, as mouse STAT2 resistance renders only immunocompromised or humanized STAT2 mice infectable. Here, we explore how STAT2 evolution impacts antagonism. By...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
