MicrobiologybioRxiv
The Molecular Basis of FimT-mediated DNA Uptake during Bacterial Natural Transformation
S. A. G. Braus, F. L. Short, S. Holz…·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.
DOI 10.1038/s41467-022-28690-1