Transformation in Bacillus subtilis: properties of DNA-binding-deficient mutants.

Journal of Bacteriology
H SmithS Bron

Abstract

Transformation-deficient mutants of Bacillus subtilis were selected after replica plating on agar plates containing transforming DNA. Out of 24 mutants tested, 3 showed highly reduced abilities to bind donor DNA; the residual levels of binding were similar to those of noncompetent cells. Transformation and transfection were reduced to nondetectable levels in the mutants. However, transduction with phage SPP1 occurred at normal frequencies. The nuclease activities involved in entry of donor DNA were present in the mutants. Comparison of protein patterns by two-dimensional gel electrophoresis revealed the absence of one major protein in the mutants as compared with the wild-type strain. This protein (molecular weight, approximately 18,000; isoelectric point, 5.0) appeared to be membrane associated. The protein was specific for competent cells, suggesting that it is involved in the binding of donor DNA.

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