Unfolding of cytochrome c allows it to oxidize cardiolipin (IMAGE)

University of Groningen

Unfolding of cytochrome c allows it to oxidize cardiolipin

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When cytochrome c unfolds, it is able to 'attack' cardiolipin and oxidize it, which triggers apoptosis.

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Van der Wel lab / University of Groningen

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