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==<br /> Genome Structure==
==<br /> Genome Structure==


The genome of this organism is not sequenced entirely, although major enzymes such as RNA polymerases have been sequenced.
The genome of this organism is not sequenced entirely, although major enzymes such as RNA polymerases have been sequenced. Four polyketide synthase (PKS) proteins have been found in O. unilateralis. PKS enzymes synthesize polyketide proteins, which have proven to be novel antibiotics, antifungal agents, and even cholesterol lowering agents.


==Cell Structure and Metabolism==
==Cell Structure and Metabolism==

Revision as of 01:59, 3 February 2012

A Microbial Biorealm page on the genus Ophiocordyceps unilateralis

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Classification

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Description and Significance

Orphiocordyceps unilateralis is a fungal pathogen specific to the tribe of campotini infecting ants such as Camponotus leonardi.


Genome Structure

The genome of this organism is not sequenced entirely, although major enzymes such as RNA polymerases have been sequenced. Four polyketide synthase (PKS) proteins have been found in O. unilateralis. PKS enzymes synthesize polyketide proteins, which have proven to be novel antibiotics, antifungal agents, and even cholesterol lowering agents.

Cell Structure and Metabolism

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Ecology

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Pathology

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Current Research

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Cool Factor

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References

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