“Prions” – A Basic Review

Authors

  • Vishnu Priya V1*, Skanda R2, Vanilarasu Thirumalai2, Ramakrishna Kamath2, Gayathri R1

Abstract

Novel infectious particles, termed prions, composed of a single protein are causative agents of a group of diseases that produce lethal decline of motor function. Prion diseases are among the most intriguing illnesses. Prion diseases are fatal neurodegenerative disorders that can arise spontaneously, be inherited, or be acquired by infection in mammals. This article gives a basic over view of prion proteins and prion diseases.

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Author Biography

Vishnu Priya V1*, Skanda R2, Vanilarasu Thirumalai2, Ramakrishna Kamath2, Gayathri R1

1Department of Biochemistry, Saveetha Dental College, Saveetha University, Chennai – 600 077, India2I BDS, Saveetha Dental College, Saveetha University, Chennai – 600 077, India  

Published

15-12-2010

How to Cite

Skanda R2, Vanilarasu Thirumalai2, Ramakrishna Kamath2, Gayathri R1, V. P. V. (2010). “Prions” – A Basic Review. Recent Research in Science and Technology, 2(11). Retrieved from https://updatepublishing.com/journal/index.php/rrst/article/view/542

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Section

Biochemistry