A Staphylococcus aureus Regulatory System that Responds to Host Heme and Modulates Virulence

Staphylococcus aureus, a bacterium responsible for tremendous morbidity and mortality, exists as a harmless commensal in approximately 25% of humans. Identifying the molecular machinery activated upon infection is central to understanding staphylococcal pathogenesis. We describe the heme sensor syst...

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Main Authors: Torres, V, Stauff, D, Pishchany, G, Bezbradica, J, Gordy, L, Iturregui, J, Anderson, K, Dunman, P, Joyce, S, Skaar, E
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: Cell Press 2007