| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3415275 | Microbes and Infection | 2010 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
Most Apicomplexans possess a relic plastid named apicoplast, originating from secondary endosymbiosis of a red algae. This non-photosynthetic organelle fulfils important metabolic functions and confers sensitivity to antibiotics. The tasks of this organelle is compared across the phylum of Apicomplexa, highlighting its role in metabolic adaptation to different intracellular niches
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Authors
Tobias Fleige, Julien Limenitakis, Dominique Soldati-Favre,