Biological cells undergo a process known as “heat stress response” when exposed to excessively high temperatures. Heat stress triggers a cascade of signaling mechanisms to produce a variety of heat shock proteins (Hsps), including small heat shock proteins (sHsps). These “cellular firefighters” protect heat-sensitive structures, prevent proteins from clumping, and help refold damaged proteins.
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