Dodola is named after a figure from Slavic mythology, often associated with rain and fertility. The Dodola defense system was first discovered through its common association with known defense systems, and characterized in B. subtilis, demonstrating its efficacy against the SPP1 phage. It is composed of two proteins, DolA and DolB
## Molecular mechanisms
The molecular mechanism is unknown. DolA contains a DUF6414 domain, and DolB contains a ClpB-like domain.
## Example of genomic structure
The Dodola system is composed of 2 proteins: DolA and, DolB.