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On the localization of a factor responsible for host-controlled restriction in Escherichia coli K(P1)

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  14 April 2009

J. Schell  and
S. W. Glover
J. Schell
Affiliation:
Laboratory for Microbiology, State University Ghent, Belgium
S. W. Glover
Affiliation:
M.R.C. Microbial Genetics Research Unit Hammersmith Hospital, Ducane Road, London, W.12
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The restriction of phage λ.C by K(P1) cells is reduced when the cells are subjected to an EDTA cold-wash treatment which has been shown to remove surface-localized enzymes. We conclude that a surface-localized enzyme plays an essential role in host-controlled restriction.

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Short Papers
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Genetics Research , Volume 7 , Issue 2 , April 1966 , pp. 277 - 279
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1966

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