Characterization of capsule genes in non-pathogenic Neisseria species

The genus Neisseria comprises a diverse group of commensal bacteria, which typically colonize the mucosal surfaces of humans and other animals. Neisseria meningitidis, the meningococcus, is notable for its potential to cause invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) in humans; however, IMD is comparative...

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Main Authors: Clemence, M, Maiden, M, Harrison, O
Formato: Journal article
Publicado: Microbiology Society 2018