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Proteins Build "Cages" Around Bacteria

Posted by Unknown on from the take-em-on-down-to-the-appendix dept.

ananyo writes "Research in human cells shows that proteins called septins are able to build cages around pathogens to prevent them from infecting other cells. According to the researchers, the newly discovered defense system could lead to new therapies for diseases. The microbes trapped in the cage are later broken down by the cell."

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  1. Re:Prevention as well by MightyYar · · Score: 5, Informative

    I have to laugh at you and the grandparent... all I can say is RTFA! :)

    Our cells already use septins to build cages around bacterial pathogens - this research just is the first time someone has observed it in human cells. The talk of new drugs is in how to artificially encourage this behavior.

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