Prion-like characteristics of Hepatitis E virus ORF3 protein are associated with virus release and pathogenesis
Y. Wang, H. Tian, N. Shi, C. Wu, Y. Huang, Y. Yang, Q. Ding, X. Zheng, Q. Zhao, M. Tuite, H. Chen, Y. Nan
This study identifies HEV-ORF3 as a prion-like protein that facilitates virion release and pathogenesis by forming filamentous structures, highlighting its role in viral assembly.
bioRxiv · Jan 13, 2023 · PreprintMicrobiology