Pervasive integrative and conjugative elements shape Porphyromonas gingivalis gene repertoires
Cole B. Matrishin, Elaine M. Haase, Ashley K. Miles, Stephanie Steimer, Dam Soh, Matthew Smardz, Patricia I. Diaz, Kathryn M. Kauffman
This paper identifies pervasive integrative and conjugative elements (ICEs) in Porphyromonas gingivalis genomes, showing they contribute to strain-level gene diversity and virulence.
bioRxiv · Aug 5, 2026 · PreprintMicrobiology