The Molecular Basis of FimT-mediated DNA Uptake during Bacterial Natural Transformation
S. A. G. Braus, F. L. Short, S. Holz, M. J. M. Stedman, A. D. Gossert, M. K. Hospenthal
This study identifies FimT as a key minor pilin involved in DNA uptake during natural transformation in Legionella pneumophila, showing its direct DNA binding and conserved function across gamma-Proteobacteria.
bioRxiv · Aug 16, 2021Microbiology