Whole-genome CRISPR screens to understand Apicomplexan-host interactions
- Author(s)
- Hesping, E; Boddey, JA;
- Journal Title
- Molecular Microbiology
- Publication Type
- aheadofprint
- Abstract
- Apicomplexan parasites are aetiological agents of numerous diseases in humans and livestock. Functional genomics studies in these parasites enable the identification of biological mechanisms and protein functions that can be targeted for therapeutic intervention. Recent improvements in forward genetics and whole-genome screens utilising CRISPR/Cas technology have revolutionised the functional analysis of genes during Apicomplexan infection of host cells. Here, we highlight key discoveries from CRISPR/Cas9 screens in Apicomplexa or their infected host cells and discuss remaining challenges to maximise this technology that may help answer fundamental questions about parasite-host interactions.
- Publisher
- Wiley
- Keywords
- Apicomplexa; Crispr; Cas9; forward genetics; host; parasite
- Research Division(s)
- Infectious Diseases And Immune Defence
- PubMed ID
- 38225194
- Publisher's Version
- https://doi.org/10.1111/mmi.15221
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