Transposon library screening to identify genes with a potential role in Streptococcus suis biofilm formation
Abstract
Background: Biofilm formation is considered to be one of reasons for difficulty in the prevention and control of Streptococcus suis. Aims: To explore the potential genes involved in the biofilm formation of S. suis. Methods: Transposon mutagenesis technology was used to screen biofilm-defective strains of S. suis, and the potential genes related to biofilm were identified. Results: A total of 19 genes were identified that were involved in bacterial metabolism, peptidoglycan-binding protein, cell wall synthesis, ABC transporters, and so on. Conclusion: This study constructed 979 transposon mutation libraries of S. suis. A total of 19 gene loci related to the formation of S. suis biofilm were identified, providing a reference for exploring the mechanism of S. suis biofilm formation in the future.
Plain language summary
Streptococcus suis is an important pathogen (this is a microorganism that causes, or can cause, disease) that can be transmitted between animals and humans. The ability to form a protective community, called a biofilm, is one of the reasons why we can have difficulty in preventing and treating S. suis infection. The main purpose of this study was to screen potential genes that may determine biofilm formation in S. suis. The results revealed 19 genes that may affect the biofilm formation of S. suis.
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