FDFrontiers - Infectious Disease
@FrontInfectDis · X
New Research: Mucus and Mucins: The Underappreciated Host Defence System https://t.co/BwVMVOKOVV #cellinfect
Jun 14, 2022 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 3,839 followers
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July 2022 PMID 35774401
Mucus and Mucins: The Underappreciated Host Defence System.
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Peak: 2 in Jun 2022
across 4 sources since Jun 2022
Extended reach
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Jun 2022 – Dec 2024Where it's discussed
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What people are saying
The discussions reflect a general acknowledgment of the significance of mucus and mucins in protecting mucosal surfaces, with phrases like 'underappreciated host defense' signaling recognition of the article's key message. The tone is neutral to slightly enthusiastic, emphasizing the importance of the research rather than engaging in detailed critique or extensive debate.
AgreementModerate agreement
Most discussions recognize the importance of mucus and mucins as key components of host defense, aligning with the article’s emphasis on their protective roles.
InterestModerate interest
Participants show moderate curiosity about the research, with some posts highlighting the novelty of the findings but lacking deep analytical comments.
EngagementNeutral engagement
Comments are mostly brief acknowledgments or shared links, indicating limited in-depth exchanges or critiques.
ImpactModerate impact
The shared discussions suggest that the article has the potential to influence ongoing research or scientific understanding, though widespread debate appears limited.
Abstract in brief
- Mucus and mucins form a protective barrier on mucosal surfaces, helping to prevent the entry of pathogens and toxins while supporting beneficial bacteria.
- Mucin glycoproteins, including secreted and cell surface types, play a key role in this defense by being dynamic and adaptable during infections, as well as regulated to maintain protection.
- Pathogens have developed strategies to bypass or evade the mucus barrier, highlighting an ongoing evolutionary arms race between host defenses and infectious agents.]
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PHProfessor Sumaira Z. Hasnain
@sumaira_hasnain · X
RT @FrontCellInfect: New Research: Mucus and Mucins: The Underappreciated Host Defence System https://t.co/BwVMVOKOVV #cellinfect
Jun 16, 2022 · 2 shares · 1,267 followers
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Physiology of animals (◕ᴥ◕) Фізіологія тварин · Dec 15, 2024
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Professor Sumaira Z. Hasnain
@sumaira_hasnain · X
RT @FrontCellInfect: New Research: Mucus and Mucins: The Underappreciated Host Defence System https://t.co/BwVMVOKOVV #cellinfect
Jun 16, 2022 · 2 shares · 1,267 followers
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Frontiers - Infectious Disease
@FrontInfectDis · X
New Research: Mucus and Mucins: The Underappreciated Host Defence System https://t.co/BwVMVOKOVV #cellinfect
Jun 14, 2022 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 3,839 followers
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