Publications by authors named "Marcela Maria Moncada"
Bioinform Biol Insights
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the interaction between the Pfs47 protein of parasites and the P47Rec receptor in mosquitoes, focusing on their role in immune evasion and geographical coevolution.
- Using bioinformatics, the researchers analyzed gene sequences and protein structures to predict how these proteins interact, with a specific focus on variations from different geographic regions.
- The results suggest that Pfs47 has evolved more recently than P47Rec, indicating a potential link between the adaptability of parasites and their mosquito hosts, although conclusions are drawn from simulations and need further validation.
