Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
8397862 | Toxicon | 2013 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
⺠This article summarizes recent developments in the interaction of ricin with ribosomes. ⺠We review the importance of the ribosomal stalk for the activity and specificity of ricin. ⺠We highlight recent developments, which define toxin-ribosome interactions. ⺠We examine the significance of ribosome binding for toxicity and therapeutic intervention.
Related Topics
Life Sciences
Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology (General)
Authors
Kerrie L. May, Qing Yan, Nilgun E. Tumer,