The elaborate and skilful host-cell manipulations ofListeria monocytogenes provide researchers with a powerful model system to study host–pathogen interactions, as well as bacterial pathophysiology and adaptation. In addition, L. monocytogenescan be used as a tool to explore fundamental cellular processes such as cytoskeletal dynamics and cellular adhesion.
- Mélanie Hamon
- Hélène Bierne
- Pascale Cossart