Bacterial Genome Scalpel Can Identify Key Gene Regions
Monday, June 15, 2015 - 14:31
in Biology & Nature
In a study that twists nature's arm to gain clues into the varied functions of the bacterial genome, North Carolina State University researchers utilize a precision scalpel to excise target genomic regions that are expendable. This strategy can also elucidate gene regions that are essential for bacterial survival.