| Literature DB >> 16816207 |
Abstract
The adhesive holdfast is required for irreversible surface anchoring of Caulobacter crescentus cells. The holdfast is synthesized early during swarmer cell development and, together with pili and a functional flagellum, contributes to optimal attachment during cell differentiation. We present evidence that the timing of holdfast formation in swarmer cells is regulated posttranslationally and is dependent on the diguanylate cyclase PleD.Entities:
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Year: 2006 PMID: 16816207 PMCID: PMC1539976 DOI: 10.1128/JB.01725-05
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Bacteriol ISSN: 0021-9193 Impact factor: 3.490