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A stringently controlled expression system for analysing lateral gene transfer between bacteria.
Molecular microbiology - 1 Jul 1996
Jaenecke S, de Lorenzo V, Timmis K N, Díaz E
Abstract excerpt
The lateral transfer of genetic information among microorganisms is a major force driving the outstanding adaptability of microbial communities to environmental changes. Until now little information has been obtained on gene transfer in natural ecosystems. We present here a genetic circuit for detecting and quantifying horizontal gene transfer from a defined donor microorganism to recipient organisms in the...
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