Deciphering molecular mechanisms of cathepsin S resistance to major chemical oxidants of cigarette smoke
Conclusion: The late formation of sulfinic acid provides a mechanistic rational to the unexpected stability of CatS and supports that CatS may play a deleterious role by sustaining its elastinolytic activity.
Source: European Respiratory Journal - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Wartenberg, M., Andrault, P.-M., Saidi, A., Nadal-Desbarats, L., Lecaille, F., Lalmanach, G. Tags: Mechanisms of Lung Injury and Repair Source Type: research
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