Metal homeostasis and resistance in bacteria
Nature Reviews Microbiology 15, 338 (2017).
doi:10.1038/nrmicro.2017.15
Authors: Pete Chandrangsu, Christopher Rensing & John D. Helmann
Metal ions are essential for many reactions, but excess metals can be toxic. In bacteria, metal limitation activates pathways that are involved in the import and mobilization of metals, whereas excess metals induce efflux and storage. In this Review, we highlight recent insights into metal
Source: Nature Reviews Microbiology - Category: Microbiology Authors: Pete Chandrangsu Christopher Rensing John D. Helmann Tags: Review Source Type: research
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