Characterization of the LysP2110-HolP2110 Lysis System in Ralstonia solanacearum Phage P2110

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Abstract

Ralstonia solanacearum, a pathogen causing widespread bacterial wilt disease in numerous crops, currently lacks an optimal control agent. Given the limitations of traditional chemical control methods, including the risk of engendering drug-resistant strains and environmental harm, there is a dire need for sustainable alternatives. One alternative is lysin proteins that selectively lyse bacteria without contributing to resistance development. This work explored the biocontrol potential of the LysP2110-HolP2110 system of Ralstonia solanacearum phage P2110. Bioinformatics analyses pinpointed this system as the primary phage-mediated host cell lysis mechanism. Our data suggest that LysP2110, a member of the Muraidase superfamily, requires HolP2110 for efficient bacterial lysis, presumably via translocation across the bacterial membrane. LysP2110 also exhibits broad-spectrum antibacterial activity in the presence of the outer membrane permeabilizer EDTA. Additionally, we identified HolP2110 as a distinct holin structure unique to the Ralstonia phages, underscoring its crucial role in controlling bacterial lysis through its effect on bacterial ATP levels. These findings provide valuable insights into the function of the LysP2110-HolP2110 lysis system and establish LysP2110 as a promising antimicrobial agent for biocontrol applications. This study underpins the potential of these findings in developing effective and environment-friendly biocontrol strategies against bacterial wilt and other crop diseases.

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Chen, K., Guan, Y., Hu, R., Cui, X., & Liu, Q. (2023). Characterization of the LysP2110-HolP2110 Lysis System in Ralstonia solanacearum Phage P2110. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 24(12). https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms241210375

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