Exploring the Multifunctional Role of MecA in Streptococcus mutans for Enhanced Biofilm Formation

Posted: December 19, 2024
The article explores the multifunctional role of MecA in Streptococcus mutans, impacting cell division, growth, and biofilm formation. Studies show that the absence of MecA alters glucan production, weakens biofilm formation, and leads to unique characteristics in the bacterium. Proteomics analysis reveals alterations in over 337 proteins, with MecA influencing pathways independently of Clp proteolytic machinery. The findings emphasize MecA's crucial role in facilitating mixed-species biofilm formation and suggest its significance in S. mutans pathophysiology.

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