Crossing the line: selection and evolution of virulence traits.
The evolution of pathogens presents a paradox. Pathogenic species are often absolutely dependent on their host species for their propagation through evolutionary time, yet the pathogenic lifestyle requires that the host be damaged during this dependence. It is clear that pathogenic strategies are su...
| Format: | Article |
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| Language: | English |
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Public Library of Science (PLoS)
2006-05-01
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| Series: | PLoS Pathogens |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.ppat.0020042 |