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Cuprous oxidase activity of CueO from Escherichia coli

Authors :
Singh, Satish K.
Grass, Gregor
Rensing, Christopher
Montfort, William R.
Source :
Journal of Bacteriology. Nov, 2004, Vol. 186 Issue 21-22, p7815, 3 p.
Publication Year :
2004

Abstract

We have found CueO from Escherichia coli to have a robust cuprous oxidase activity, severalfold higher than any homologue. These data suggest that a functional role for CueO in protecting against copper toxicity in vivo includes the removal of Cu(I).

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00219193
Volume :
186
Issue :
21-22
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Journal of Bacteriology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.125486886