AutC

AutC refers to a gene found in the bacterium Escherichia coli. This gene plays a crucial role in the synthesis of autocrine motility factor, a protein also known as extracellular signaling protein-1 (ECSP-1). Autocrine motility factor is involved in various cellular processes, including cell migration and invasion. The AutC gene encodes for the enzyme that catalyzes a key step in the production of this important molecule. Understanding the function of AutC is therefore important for comprehending how E. coli cells regulate their movement and interaction with their environment. Research into the AutC gene and its product continues to shed light on bacterial physiology and potential targets for antimicrobial therapies. The specific biochemical pathway involving AutC is a subject of ongoing investigation within the field of microbiology.