Role of Kinases and Phosphatases in Host-Pathogen Interactions

Living organisms are constantly exposed to changing environmental stimuli and insults; dynamic adaptation is crucial for survival. The ability of cells to sense their surrounding environment and respond in an appropriate manner is essential for the normal functioning of every living organism, and although cells are constantly exposed to numerous stimuli, they are usually able to accurately identify them and respond accordingly. These correct responses are based on a multitude of intracellular signalling networks that are able to decode and translate the incoming stimuli.