Event Website

http://www.bates.edu/mt-david-summit.xml

Start Date

1-4-2011 1:45 PM

End Date

1-4-2011 3:00 PM

Description

Alternative sigma factors regulate the expression of virulence genes in response to particular stimuli. These virulence genes facilitate the transfer of Borrelia burgdorferi from a tick vector to mammalian host and infect the mammal. The translational regulation of alternative sigma factor RpoS is studied using filter binding assays. In addition, transcripts of ribosomal proteins, components of ribosomes, which are necessary for cell growth, are studied to find regulatory elements.

 
Apr 1st, 1:45 PM Apr 1st, 3:00 PM

Alternative Sigma Factors Regulate the Expression of Virulence Genes in Response to Particular Stimuli

Alternative sigma factors regulate the expression of virulence genes in response to particular stimuli. These virulence genes facilitate the transfer of Borrelia burgdorferi from a tick vector to mammalian host and infect the mammal. The translational regulation of alternative sigma factor RpoS is studied using filter binding assays. In addition, transcripts of ribosomal proteins, components of ribosomes, which are necessary for cell growth, are studied to find regulatory elements.

http://scarab.bates.edu/mt_david_summit/MDS2011/02Poster/23