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Analysis of a novel spore antigen in Bacillus anthracis that contributes to spore opsonization.
Microbiology (Reading, England) - 1 Feb 2008
Cote C K, Bozue J, Moody K L, DiMezzo T L, Chapman C E, Welkos S L
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The significance of Bacillus anthracis as an agent of bioterrorism has been well established. An understanding of both the pathogenesis and the host response is required to elucidate approaches to more rapidly detect and effectively prevent or treat anthrax. Current vaccine strategies are focused primarily on production of antibodies against the protective antigen components of the anthrax toxins, which are...
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