Tag: #ToxinEvolution

Introduction Metalloproteases play a crucial role in the toxic effects of scorpion venom, influencing hemorrhage, tissue damage, and cellular responses. A recent study explored the evolutionary lineage of metalloproteases found in the venom gland transcriptome of Hemiscorpius lepturus one of Iran’s most medically significant scorpions. This analysis provides deeper insight into how these venom components…