A mobile genetic element increases bacterial host fitness by manipulating development
Horizontal gene transfer is a major force in bacterial evolution. Mobile genetic elements are responsible for much of horizontal gene transfer and also carry beneficial cargo genes. Uncovering strategies used by mobile genetic elements to benefit host cells is crucial for understanding their stabili...
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Language: | English |
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eLife Sciences Publications Ltd
2021-03-01
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Series: | eLife |
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Online Access: | https://elifesciences.org/articles/65924 |