Wall teichoic acid is required for DNA-triggered innate immune receptor activation by Staphylococcus aureus
Jordan B. Jastrab, Ashley Tseng, Daniel Fisch, Stephanie A. Ragland, Jonathan C. Kagan
This study identifies wall teichoic acid (WTA) as a key mediator of DNA release from Staphylococcus aureus during infection, influencing activation of innate immune receptors.
bioRxiv · Sep 25, 2025 · PreprintImmunology