Function and Distribution of the Wamide Neuropeptide Superfamily in Metazoans
The Wamide neuropeptide superfamily is of interest due to its distinctive functions in regulating life cycle transitions, metamorphic hormone signaling, and several aspects of digestive system function, from gut muscle contraction to satiety and fat storage. Due to variation among researchers in nam...
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Language: | English |
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2020-05-01
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Series: | Frontiers in Endocrinology |
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Online Access: | https://www.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fendo.2020.00344/full |