Phage-Mediated Iron Acquisition by Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Arya Khosravi, Aditi Gupta, Maryam Hajfathalian, Elizabeth B. Burgener, Saumel P Rodriguez, Carlos E. Milla, Paul L. Bollyky
This study identifies a novel mechanism by which Pseudomonas aeruginosa acquires iron through a partnership with filamentous phages, enhancing bacterial growth and pathogenesis.
bioRxiv · Jan 26, 2026 · PreprintMicrobiology