The pathogenic chytrid fungus Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd) can cause precipitous
population declines in its amphibian hosts. Responses of individuals to infection vary greatly …

The major histocompatibility complex (MHC) is a cluster of functionally related genes
encoding proteins which, among other functions, mediate immune system activation. While …

While both innate and adaptive immune system mechanisms have been implicated in
resistance against the chytrid fungus Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd), studies on the …

MHC genes are key components in disease resistance and an excellent system for studying
selection acting on genetic variation in natural populations. Current patterns of variation in …

Urbanization leads to complex environmental changes and poses multiple challenges to
organisms. Amphibians are highly susceptible to the effects of urbanization, with land use …

Study of major histocompatibility complex (MHC) loci has gained great popularity in recent
years, partly due to their function in protecting vertebrates from infections. This is of particular …

Highly polymorphic genes of the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) encode proteins
involved in the immune response that protect vertebrates from parasites and pathogen …

The cane toad has gained notoriety for its invasion across the Australian landscape, with
significant impacts on the native Australian fauna. The invasion has accelerated over time …

We studied variation at the class II gene of the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) in
Natterjack toad populations (Bufo [Epidalea] calamita) on islands off the west coast of …

While both innate and adaptive immune system mechanisms have been implicated in
resistance against the chytrid fungus Batrachochytrium dendrobatitis, studies on the role of …