Moloney murine leukemia virus

Moloney murine leukemia virus (M-MuLV) is a type of retrovirus that infects mice, leading to the development of leukemia, a cancer of blood cells. It integrates its genetic material into the host's DNA, causing uncontrolled cell growth. Scientists study M-MuLV to understand cancer mechanisms and develop gene therapy tools. While it naturally infects mice, modified versions are used in research to deliver genetic material into cells, aiding in the study of genetics and diseases. Overall, M-MuLV is an important model in biomedical research for understanding cancer and developing treatments.