Integrins are heterodimeric receptors that mediate important cell functions, including cell adhesion, migration and tissue organisation. These transmembrane receptors regulate the direct association of cells with each other and with extracellular matrix proteins. However, by binding their ligands, integrins provide a transmembrane link for the bidirectional transmission of mechanical forces and biochemical signals across the plasma membrane. Interestingly, several of this family of receptors are exploited by pathogens to establish contact with the host cells. Hence, microbes subvert normal eukaryotic cell processes to create a specialised niche which allows their survival. This review highlights the fundamental role of integrins in bacterial pathogenesis.
Engagement of integrins as a cellular route of invasion by bacterial pathogens / A., Scibelli; Roperto, Sante; Manna, Laura; Pavone, LUIGI MICHELE; Tafuri, Simona; DELLA MORTE, Rossella; Staiano, Norma. - In: THE VETERINARY JOURNAL. - ISSN 1090-0233. - 173:3(2007), pp. 482-491.
Engagement of integrins as a cellular route of invasion by bacterial pathogens.
ROPERTO, SANTE;MANNA, LAURA;PAVONE, LUIGI MICHELE;TAFURI, SIMONA;DELLA MORTE, ROSSELLA;STAIANO, NORMA
2007
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Integrins are heterodimeric receptors that mediate important cell functions, including cell adhesion, migration and tissue organisation. These transmembrane receptors regulate the direct association of cells with each other and with extracellular matrix proteins. However, by binding their ligands, integrins provide a transmembrane link for the bidirectional transmission of mechanical forces and biochemical signals across the plasma membrane. Interestingly, several of this family of receptors are exploited by pathogens to establish contact with the host cells. Hence, microbes subvert normal eukaryotic cell processes to create a specialised niche which allows their survival. This review highlights the fundamental role of integrins in bacterial pathogenesis.File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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