Journal or Publishing Institution: Nature
Author(s): Heinemann, J.A. and Sprague Jr, G.F.
Article Type: Journal Publication
Record ID: 951
Abstract: Conjugative plasmids of Escherichia coli can mobilize DNA transmission from this bacterium to the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae. The process shares some of the features of conjugation between bacteria and could be evolutionary significant in promoting trans-kingdom genetic exchange.
Keywords: Conjugative plasmids, Escherichia coli, DNA transmission, bacterium, yeast, Saccharomyces cerevisiae
Citation: Heinemann, J.A. and Sprague Jr, G.F., 1989. Bacterial conjugative plasmids mobilize DNA transfer between bacteria and yeast. Nature, 340(6230), p.205.