Caspr1 is a host receptor for meningitis-causing Escherichia coli
Penetration of the blood–brain barrier (BBB) is crucial for development of E. coli-caused meningitis. Here, the authors show that a host membrane protein, Caspr1, acts as a receptor for a bacterial virulence factor to facilitate BBB penetration and entry of E. coli into brain neurons.
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Nature Portfolio
2018
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Online Access: | https://doaj.org/article/2284a8655d2b415395c6982bdf49525d |
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