Stealing genes and facing consequences

Science. 2022 Oct 28;378(6618):356-357. doi: 10.1126/science.ade4942. Epub 2022 Oct 27.

Abstract

The human genome contains a domesticated viral envelope gene with antiviral activity.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Comment

MeSH terms

  • Betaretrovirus* / genetics
  • Genes, env*
  • Genome, Human*
  • Humans
  • Pregnancy Proteins* / genetics

Substances

  • Pregnancy Proteins
  • syncytin
  • ERVH48-1 protein, human