Comparative genome analysis reveals niche-specific genome expansion in Acinetobacter baumannii strains.
The nosocomial pathogen Acinetobacter baumannii acquired clinical significance due to the rapid development of its multi-drug resistant (MDR) phenotype. A. baumannii strains have the ability to colonize several ecological niches including soil, water, and animals, including humans. They also survive...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Public Library of Science (PLoS)
2019-01-01
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| Series: | PLoS ONE |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0218204 |