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Role of outer membrane vesicles of bacteria

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Outer membrane vesicles are nano-sized spheres produced predominantly by gram-negative bacteria. They play a significant role in cell-to-cell communication, virulence, nutrition and protection of the bacterial cells from various stress factors. Recent evidences also underscore their involvement in antibiotic-resistance of bacteria. In this article, we discuss the physiological importance of these vesicles with potential use in the development of vaccines and drug delivery.

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M V Jagannadham and M K Chattopadhyay are working at the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CSIR), Hyderabad on structural and functional aspects of bacterial vesicles.

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Jagannadham, M.V., Chattopadhyay, M.K. Role of outer membrane vesicles of bacteria. Reson 20, 711–725 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12045-015-0228-x

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