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: While the report focused on bacteria and yeast, it laid the groundwork for medical research into human diseases caused by zinc deficiency, such as acrodermatitis enteropathica (a severe skin and intestinal disorder). Other Notable Mentions in Vol. 379 or 179

: This report helped establish the "ZIP" nomenclature ( Z RT-, I RT-like P rotein), a family of transporters now known to be critical for human health, immune function, and even the progression of certain cancers. Jb 379zip

Published in , this research identified a new class of proteins responsible for pulling zinc into cells. : While the report focused on bacteria and