SnapShot: Bacterial Quorum Sensing.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.cell.2018.08.003.
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Abstract
Quorum sensing (QS) is a chemical communication process that bacteria use to orchestrate group behaviors. QS involves the production, release, and population-wide detection of signaling molecules called autoinducers. QS-controlled behaviors are unproductive when undertaken by a single bacterium but become effective when performed by the group. This SnapShot highlights model QS circuits, the molecules used for communication, QS-controlled behaviors, and exciting future challenges. To view this SnapShot, open or download the PDF.
Medical subject headings
- Bacteria
- Bacterial Proteins
- Gene Expression Regulation, Bacterial
- Quorum Sensing
- Signal Transduction