Functions for Sterols in Yeast Membranes
@inproceedings{Parks1992FunctionsFS, title={Functions for Sterols in Yeast Membranes}, author={L. Parks and R. Lorenz and W. Casey}, year={1992} }
Most of the clinically useful antifungal agents either interact directly with the sterols in the fungal membrane or interfere with the synthesis of fungal sterols. The characteristics of these agents have been studied extensively in recent years, but their precise mechanisms in altering fungal growth are only poorly understood. Our research on Saccharomyces cerevisiae has produced evidence that there are multiple functions for sterols in this organism. It seems logical that such is the case for… CONTINUE READING
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