85 Scientists Have Discovered a Previously Unknown Protein Capable of Keeping Human Cells Healthy (scitechdaily.com) posted 332 days ago by undine53 332 days ago by undine53 +85 / -0 Scientists Have Discovered a Previously Unknown Protein Capable of Keeping Human Cells Healthy Researchers have discovered a previously unidentified protein with antioxidant properties produced by Coxiella burnetii, a Gram-negative intracellular bacterium. This breakthrough suggests potential new treatments for autoimmune diseases and cancer. Resear... 20 comments share 20 comments share save hide report block hide replies
"C. burnetii is the causative agent of a serious infection called Q fever, a relatively common but infrequently diagnosed zoonosis."
Hmmm..... Q. Ya don't say?