First published 10/1/2026, 6:12:15 AM · Last updated 10/1/2026, 6:12:30 AM

Systematic identification and characterization of nine interferon regulatory factor (IRF) genes in spotted sea bass (Lateolabrax maculatus) reveals teleost-specific expansions and pathogen-responsive specialization

A journal article published by Elsevier on 2026-12-01 reports the identification and characterization of nine IRF genes in spotted sea bass, noting teleost-specific expansions and pathogen-responsive specialization. The excerpt provided contains only the publisher and content type and no further details.

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The paper documents gene-level findings and specialization in a fish species relevant to research audiences.

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Systematic identification and characterization of nine interferon regulatory factor (IRF) genes in spotted sea bass (Lateolabrax maculatus) reveals teleost-specific expansions and pathogen-responsive specialization

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