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Comparative genomics and evolution of the amylase-binding proteins of oral streptococci
BACKGROUND: Successful commensal bacteria have evolved to maintain colonization in challenging environments. The oral viridans streptococci are pioneer colonizers of dental plaque biofilm. Some of these bacteria have adapted to life in the oral cavity by binding salivary α-amylase, which hydrolyzes...
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| Formato: | Online Artículo Texto |
| Lenguaje: | English |
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BioMed Central
2017
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| Acceso en línea: | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5399409/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28427348 http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s12866-017-1005-7 |