The C-type lectin Schlaff ensures epidermal barrier compactness in Drosophila
R. Zuber, K. S. Shaik, F. Meyer, H.-N. Ho, A. Speidel, N. Gehring, S. Bartoszewski, H. Schwarz, B. Moussian
This study identifies Schlaff as a C-type lectin essential for maintaining the compactness of the Drosophila epidermal cuticle through its role in adhesion between cuticle layers.
bioRxiv · Jul 31, 2018Cell Biology