Structural biology: Translocation chamber's secrets.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
DNA transfer across membranes is a fundamental life process. The structure of part of a protein channel that performs this task offers insight into the mechanism of DNA passage through bacterial cell envelopes.
Medical subject headings
- Cell Membrane
- Conjugation, Genetic
- DNA, Bacterial
- Escherichia coli Proteins