They found genes encoding or related to cold-shock proteins, ice-binding proteins, and cryoprotective compounds like spermidine. When they analyzed worm extracts using a proteomics approach, they ...

CSP-H genes (encoding cold shock proteins) were horizontally transferred from bacteria to Triticeae and improved wheat adaptation by enhancing its tolerance to various abiotic stresses.

The most dangerous response associated with CWI is ‘cold shock’.3 4 It is initiated by a rapid fall in skin temperature and includes gasping, hyperventilation, release of stress hormones, hypertension ...