Abstract
The molecular events of membrane translocation and insertion have been investigated using a number of different model proteins. Each of these proteins has specific features that allow interaction with the membrane components which ensure that the proteins reach their specific local destination and final conformation. This review will give an overview on the best-characterized proteins studied in the bacterial system and emphasize the distinct aspects of the pathways.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Review
MeSH terms
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Bacterial Outer Membrane Proteins / genetics
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Bacterial Outer Membrane Proteins / metabolism
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Cell Membrane / metabolism
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Escherichia coli / genetics
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Escherichia coli / metabolism
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Escherichia coli Proteins / metabolism*
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Membrane Proteins / genetics
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Membrane Proteins / metabolism*
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Protein Sorting Signals / physiology
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Protein Transport / physiology
Substances
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Bacterial Outer Membrane Proteins
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Escherichia coli Proteins
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Membrane Proteins
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Protein Sorting Signals