Dephosphorylation at Ser548 regulates hemocyanin-derived antibacterial peptides and immune defense in Penaeus vannamei

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Authors: Qian Feng, Mingye Fu, Xianliang Zhao, Yongzhen Zhao, Qingyun Liu, Jude Juventus Aweya, Yueling Zhang
DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2026.115119
Cited by: 1
References: 33

Abstract

, Ser548 dephosphorylation improves bacterial clearance and enhances shrimp survival. These findings reveal a critical molecular mechanism underlying shrimp immunity and suggest targeting hemocyanin phosphorylation to boost disease resistance in aquaculture.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Invertebrate Immune Response Mechanisms Antimicrobial Peptides and Activities Aquaculture disease management and microbiota

Publication details

Journal / source
iScience
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
29
Issue
3
Pages
115119–115119
Publication date
21 February 2026
Language
EN