Authors: Aaron J., Priyamvada Acharya
Year: 2024
Journal: Viruses
DOI: 10.3390/v16020195
Summary
This paper reviews the available structural information on Henipavirus glycoproteins, which are important for understanding viral entry and developing vaccines and therapies.
Key Findings
- Henipaviruses rely on two surface glycoproteins (attachment and fusion proteins) for host cell entry.
- The attachment protein is a tetrameric structure, but its biologically relevant states are unclear.
Methodology
- Study Type: Review
Topics
Viruses, Glycoproteins, Paramyxoviridae, Viral Entry
Relevance
The study is significant for understanding the mechanisms that drive Henipavirus fusion and developing vaccines and therapies.
Source
View the entire paper: File:Viruses-16-00195.pdf