Type IV Pili Are Essential for the Interaction of Neisseria

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Essay

Type IV pili are essential for the interaction of Neisseria meningitidis with brain endothelial cells. Describe the difference between the type IV and type I pili binding, and why knowing the type of binding is important in pathogenesis.

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