Bacteriophage-driven microbial phenotypic heterogeneity: ecological and biogeochemical importance
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DOI: 10.1038/s41522-025-00727-5
Abstract: Bacteriophages (phages) reprogram host metabolism and generate phenotypic heterogeneity, yet the mechanisms and ecological implications remain poorly understood representing a major knowledge gap in microbial ecology. This review explores how phage infection alters microbial physiology,… read more here.
Keywords: importance; driven microbial; phenotypic heterogeneity; bacteriophage driven ... See more keywords
Bacteriophage-driven DNA inversions shape bacterial functionality and long-term co-existence in Bacteroides fragilis
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DOI: 10.1080/19490976.2025.2501492
Abstract: Bacterial genomic DNA inversions, which govern molecular phase-variations, provide the bacteria with functional plasticity and phenotypic diversity. These targeted rearrangements enable bacteria to respond to environmental challenges, such as bacteriophage predation, evading immune detection or… read more here.
Keywords: long term; variability; dna inversions; bacteriophage driven ... See more keywords