Ricin: structure, synthesis, and mode of action

  • Lord J
  • Roberts L
N/ACitations
Citations of this article
14Readers
Mendeley users who have this article in their library.
Get full text

Abstract

Ricin is a lectin produced by the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant. It is potently toxic to mammalian cells, where it acts to inhibit the essential process of protein synthesis. Structurally, ricin is a heterodimer comprised of an enzymatic polypeptide (the A...

Cite

CITATION STYLE

APA

Lord, J. M., & Roberts, L. M. (2004). Ricin: structure, synthesis, and mode of action (pp. 215–233). https://doi.org/10.1007/b100198

Register to see more suggestions

Mendeley helps you to discover research relevant for your work.

Already have an account?

Save time finding and organizing research with Mendeley

Sign up for free