Structural insight into the dual function of LbpB in mediating Neisserial pathogenesis
Lactoferrin-binding protein B (LbpB) is a lipoprotein present on the surface of Neisseria that has been postulated to serve dual functions during pathogenesis in both iron acquisition from lactoferrin (Lf), and in providing protection against the cationic antimicrobial peptide lactoferricin (Lfcn)....
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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eLife Sciences Publications Ltd
2021-11-01
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| Series: | eLife |
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| Online Access: | https://elifesciences.org/articles/71683 |