Pressorum Sensing: Growth-induced Compression Activates cAMP Signaling in Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Lei Ni, Yajia Huang, Yaoxin Huang, Yue Yu, Jiarui Xiong, Hui Wen, Wenwen Xiao, Haiyi Liang, Fan Jin
This paper introduces pressorum sensing in Pseudomonas aeruginosa, showing mechanical compression triggers cAMP signaling via the Pil-Chp system, leading to increased virulence.
bioRxiv · Jul 8, 2024 · PreprintMicrobiology