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Aug 2026
Perturbing H-NS function reveals roles in restricting virulence heterogeneity and pathogen adaptation
It is suggested that H-NS sets single-cell virulence activation thresholds and that even minor disruptions to its silencing function impact pathogen adaptation, highlighting its role as a critical evolutionary buffer.
Leah Mclelland, Madison Spratt, Dakshya Karki et al.
· PLoS Pathogens · 0 citations