The superfamily of proteins containing C‐type lectin‐like domains (CTLDs) is a large group
of extracellular Metazoan proteins with diverse functions. The CTLD structure has a …

Because the lungs function as the body's gas-exchange organ, they are inevitably exposed
to air that is contaminated with pathogens, allergens and pollutants. Host-defence …

Biology of Animal Lectins Page 1 Annu. Rev. Cell Bioi. 1993. 9:237-64 Copyright © 1993 by
Annual Reviews Inc. All rights reserved BIOLOGY OF ANIMAL LECTINS Kurt Drickamer …

Abstract CALCIUM-DEPENDENT or C-type carbohydrate-recognition domains are
homologous protein modules found in a variety of animal lectins1. Selective binding of …

▪ Abstract The lung collectins, SP-A and SP-D, are important components of the innate
immune response to microbial challenge and participate in other aspects of immune and …

Conclusions The lung interfaces with the environment across a continuous and
heterogeneous epithelium. The proximal conducting airways are lined with a …

To recognise and respond to pathogens, germ-line encoded pattern recognition receptors
(PRRs) bind to conserved microbial structures and activate host defence systems, including …

Integrating basic and clinical research on the biophysical and physiological functions of
pulmonary surfactants, this practical reference presents thorough, cutting-edge coverage on …

The possibility that the lipoprotein complex of lung surfactant functions in pulmonary host
defense as well as lowering surface tension at the air-liquid interface has been the subject of …

Both" classical'lectins, originally identified as cell agglutinins, and other carbohydrate-
binding proteins that were identified by different means, may contain a second type of …