This domain is found in the gene transfer agent protein. An unusual system of genetic exchange exists in the purple nonsulfur bacterium Rhodobacter capsulatus. DNA transmission is mediated by a small bacteriophage-like particle called the gene trans ...
This domain is found in the gene transfer agent protein. An unusual system of genetic exchange exists in the purple nonsulfur bacterium Rhodobacter capsulatus. DNA transmission is mediated by a small bacteriophage-like particle called the gene transfer agent (GTA) that transfers random 4.5-kb segments of the producing cell's genome to recipient cells, where allelic replacement occurs [1]. The genes involved in this process appear to be found widely in bacteria [2]. According to the SUPERFAMILY database this domain has a TIM barrel fold.
This putative domain is found in the large gene transfer agent protein. These produce defective phage like particles. This domain is similar to other phage-tail protein families.
