The structure of the Salmonella phage epsilon15 tailspike reveals multiple O-antigen binding sites and a protruding esterase domain
Mateo Seoane‐Blanco, Amaia Pereda, Nina K. Broeker, Michael McConnell, Francisco Javier Cañada, Stefanie Barbirz, Mark J. van Raaij
This paper determines the structure of the Salmonella phage epsilon15 tailspike, identifies multiple O-antigen binding sites, and reveals its dual enzymatic role in de-acetylation and cleavage.
bioRxiv · Aug 3, 2026 · PreprintBiochemistry