Convergent evolution during host range expansion and virulence increase in a Salmonella bacteriophage
A. Maurin, M. Vasse, C. Zarate-Chaves, C. breyton, S. Bouzidi, J. hayer, J. Dainat, M. Mesleard-Roux, F.-X. Weill, I. G. Bravo, A. Feugier, R. Froissart
This study evolves a virulent phage to expand its host range and increase virulence, finding convergent mutations in key genes.
bioRxiv · Mar 13, 2024 · PreprintMicrobiology