The immune role of the arthropod exoskeleton
The exoskeleton or cuticle of arthropods is an important feature that contributes to their great success in colonising numerous habitats on earth. It has numerous functions among which to provide protection against parasites. Whereas often regarded as a simple physical barrier to the outside world,...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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University of Modena and Reggio Emilia
2012-11-01
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| Series: | Invertebrate Survival Journal |
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| Online Access: | https://isj02.unimore.it/index.php/ISJ/article/view/274 |