Widespread distribution and evolution of poxviral entry-fusion complex proteins in giant viruses
S. Kao, C.-F. Kao, W. Chang, C. Ku
This study identifies and analyzes the distribution and evolution of EFC protein homologs across poxviruses and other giant viruses in Nucleocytoviricota, revealing conserved structural features and suggesting an ancient origin for these proteins.
Microbiology Spectrum · Apr 13, 2023Peer-reviewedEvolutionary Biology