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CELL CLEAN-UP
Key protein boosts cellular ‘recycling’ system to protect against herpes virus
Research reveals that the TBK1 protein is key to maintaining cell viability during infection.
Key protein boosts cellular ‘recycling’ system to protect against herpes virus
Research reveals that the TBK1 protein is key to maintaining cell viability during infection.
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