Waiting for the right moment: Bacterial pathogens delay their entry into cells

Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - 00:07 in Biology & Nature

Certain pathogens make themselves at home in the human body by invading cells and living off the plentiful amenities on offer there. However, researchers have discovered a contrary strategy to ensure infection success: some pathogens can actually delay their entry into cells to ensure their survival.

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