Photorhabdus Luminescens Toxins use a Novel Syringe-Like Injection Mechanism for Cell Entry
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Toxins and Secretion Systems of Photorhabdus luminescens
Photorhabdus luminescens is a nematode-symbiotic, gram negative, bioluminescent bacterium, belonging to the family of Enterobacteriaceae. Recent studies show the importance of this bacterium as an alternative source of insecticides, as well as an emerging human pathogen. Various toxins have been identified and characterized in this bacterium. These toxins are classified into four major groups: ...
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عنوان ژورنال: Biophysical Journal
سال: 2013
ISSN: 0006-3495
DOI: 10.1016/j.bpj.2012.11.1957