Researchers discover a novel family of toxins used in bacterial competition

(Funda ç ã o de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de S ã o Paulo) Toxic protein inhibits cell wall synthesis in rival bacteria. Discovery helps explain how pathogens cause imbalances in established microbial communities and could pave the way to the development of novel anti-microbial compounds.

Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - September 18, 2020 Category: Biology Source Type: news