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Bacteria fight and feast with the same tool

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Abstract

Many types of bacteria produce a protein complex that injects toxins into neighbouring cells to eliminate competitors. For the first time, researchers at ETH Zurich and Eawag discovered that these killer bacteria also use this weapon to feed on their neighbours.
Key Data

  • Publication Date
    16 June 2025
  • Primary Author
    Bionity
  • Source
    Bionity.com
  • Language
    English
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