Once thought unstoppable, bacterial superweapon falters with too many targets

Tuesday, January 12, 2016 - 10:12 in Biology & Nature

A mechanism used by many disease-causing bacteria that was once thought to be a microbial superweapon can be thwarted if the cells being attacked are numerous enough. Combining computer simulations and laboratory work, researcher reveals a unique approach to unraveling biological processes and could provide insight into how cells withstand powerful aggressors.

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