Model for differentiation of soldier cells and YenTc release. (IMAGE)

Max Planck Institute of Molecular Physiology

Model for differentiation of soldier cells and YenTc release.

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Upper image: Naive cells turn into soldier cells by activation of a temperature-sensitive genetic switch in response to insect host nutrients, temperature and increased cell density. A pH change leads to the activation of the secretion system and the release of the toxin cocktail. Lower image: The steps of YenTc release in detail.

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MPI Dortmund

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