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The LTβR Signaling Pathway

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TNF Receptor Associated Factors (TRAFs)

Part of the book series: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology ((AEMB,volume 597))

Abstract

The lymphotoxin-β receptor (LTβR, TNFRSF3) signaling pathway activates gene transcription programs and cell death important in immune development and host defense. The TNF receptor associated factors (TRAF)-2, 3 and 5 function as adaptors linking LTβR signaling targets. Interestingly, TRAF deficient mice do not phenocopy mice deficient in components of the LTβR pathway, presenting a conundrum. Here, an update of our understanding and models of the LTβR signaling pathway are reviewed, with a focus on this conundrum.

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Norris, P.S., Ware, C.F. (2007). The LTβR Signaling Pathway. In: Wu, H. (eds) TNF Receptor Associated Factors (TRAFs). Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology, vol 597. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-70630-6_13

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