Poly-3-hydroxybutyrate (PHB) in Legionella pneumophila, an energy source for survival in low-nutrient environments.

Author(s) : JAMES B. W., MAUCHLINE W. S., DENNIS P. J., et al.

Type of article: Article

Summary

The study demonstrates that L. pneumophila accumulates significant intracellular reserves of PHB, which promote its long-term survival under conditions of starvation.

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  • Original title: Poly-3-hydroxybutyrate (PHB) in Legionella pneumophila, an energy source for survival in low-nutrient environments.
  • Record ID : 2000-0723
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Appl. environ. Microbiol. - vol. 65 - n. 2
  • Publication date: 1999/02

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