Crystal structure of basal pilin SpaE reveals the molecular basis of its incorporation in the lactobacillar SpaFED pilus.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jsb.2019.04.016
Abstract: For some Gram-positive genera and species, the long-extended and adhesive sortase-dependent pilus plays an essential role during host colonization, biofilm formation, and immune modulation. Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG is a gut-adapted commensal strain that harbors the… read more here.
Keywords: crystal structure; pilin; basal; pilin spae ... See more keywords