Fungal pathogenesis: gene clusters unveiled as secrets within the Ustilago maydis code.
Journal Article (Journal Article)
The genome sequence of a second plant pathogenic fungus is now available, revealing unique gene clusters encoding secretory proteins that are induced during infection and regulate pathogenesis. Gene clusters play important roles in pathogenic fungi, yet their evolution and maintenance remain a mystery.
Full Text
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Howlett, BJ; Idnurm, A; Heitman, J
Published Date
- February 6, 2007
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 17 / 3
Start / End Page
- R87 - R90
PubMed ID
- 17276906
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 0960-9822
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1016/j.cub.2006.11.047
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- England