Demonstrates that spore lipoproteins decrease inner membrane fluidity to stabilize germination-associated proteins in Bacillus subtilis, highlighting novel targets for bacterial decontamination.
. The results indicate that these proteins reduce the membrane fluidity and increase the stability of other membrane associated proteins that are required for germination. Further understanding of such protein interactions on the spore membrane surface will enhance our understanding of the germination process and its potential as a decontamination method target.
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