
TWiV 1241: The most beautiful experiment
This Week in Virology
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Phage Insights and Innovations
This chapter recounts a personal meeting with molecular biology pioneer Max Delbruck, reflecting on the historical significance of phage research and its funding. It highlights recent discoveries about jumbophages, including their unique DNA delivery mechanisms and structural features that deepen understanding of viral-bacterial interactions. Additionally, the role of the Chimalin A protein in phage lifecycles is explored, demonstrating the advancements in genetic targeting through CRISPR technology.
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