What is the role of Heat Shock Proteins (HSP) and why are they called that?
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They are called "Heat Shock Proteins" because they were first discovered in cells exposed to high temperatures, which caused the proteins to be rapidly synthesized. The primary role of HSPs is to act as molecular chaperones, assisting in the proper folding and Show more…
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