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Bacterial Genetic Exchange

  1. David J McGee,
  2. Christopher Coker,
  3. Janette M Harro,
  4. Harry LT Mobley

Published Online: 19 APR 2001

DOI: 10.1038/npg.els.0001416

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eLS

eLS

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McGee, D. J., Coker, C., Harro, J. M. and Mobley, H. L. 2001. Bacterial Genetic Exchange. eLS. .

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  1. University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Publication History

  1. Published Online: 19 APR 2001
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Abstract

Exchange of genetic material between bacterial species is mediated by the basic processes of conjugation, transduction and transformation. This exchange is fundamental for bacterial evolution and adaptation in a dynamic environment.

Keywords:

  • conjugation;
  • genetic exchange;
  • integrons;
  • pathogenicity islands;
  • transduction;
  • transformation
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