Abstract
Phylogenetic analyses of small viral K+ channels suggests that they did not originate from their hosts, but instead could be the source of the postulated pore precursor in the evolution of K+ channels.
Publication types
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Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
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Review
MeSH terms
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Evolution, Molecular*
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Potassium Channels / genetics
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Potassium Channels / metabolism
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Potassium Channels / physiology*
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Selection, Genetic
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Viral Proteins / genetics
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Viral Proteins / metabolism
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Viral Proteins / physiology*
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Viruses / metabolism*
Substances
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Kcv potassium channel, Chlorella virus
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Potassium Channels
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Viral Proteins