T6SS: A Key to Pseudomonas's Success in Biocontrol?

ABSTRACT: Bacteria from the genus Pseudomonas have been extensively studied for their capacity to act as biological control agents of disease and pests and for their ability to enhance and promote crop production in agricultural systems. While initial research primarily focused on the human pathogenic bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa, recent studies indicate the significance of type VI secretion (T6SS) in other Pseudomonas strains for biocontrol purposes. This system possibly plays a pivotal role in restricting the biological activity of target microorganisms and may also contribute to the bolstering of the survival capabilities of the bacteria within their applied environment. The type VI secretion system is a phage-like structure used to translocate effectors into both prokaryo

SUBMITTER: Navarro-Monserrat ED 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10673566 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature