Pathogenic bacteria make extensive use of secreted proteins in order to colonize and persist in their hosts. Recently, a type VI protein secretion system (T6SS) of Burkholderia pseudomallei, the causative agent of melioidosis, was shown to be a major virulence determinant of the organism. The mechanistic basis for the role of T6S in B. pseudomallei whence is not known. Interestingly, the genome of this organism encodes five additional T6SSs that have not been investigated;accounting for greater than 2% of its genomic coding capacity. Given the widespread relevance of this protein translocation system in bacteria-host interactions, it is likely that these additional T6SSs also play critical roles for this organism. Having discovered T6S in the closely related organism Pseudomonas aeruginosa, the project leader of this proposal, Dr. Joseph Mougous, has demonstrated expertise in this field of research. The focus of this proposal is to characterize several aspects of the T6SSs of B. pseudomallei.
In Aim 1, the involvement of each system in virulence and host interactions will be measured.
Aim 2 will identify regulatory pathways of the systems, and investigate the role of a predicted post-translational control mechanism. In the final aim, novel T6S substrates will be identified by a quantitative mass spectrometric approach. The phenotypic profile of each secretion system, the identification of regulators, and the identities of T6S substrates, will provide a solid foundation for future investigation of T6S in this organism.

Public Health Relevance

Burkholderia pseudomallei is classified as a category B select agent by the CDC. The studies outlined in this proposal seek to understand how type VI protein secretion, an essential virulence determinant of B. pseudomallei, is utilized to promote disease. These studies will lead to the identification of pathways that could be targeted for therapeutic intervention.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Type
Specialized Center--Cooperative Agreements (U54)
Project #
5U54AI057141-10
Application #
8447102
Study Section
Special Emphasis Panel (ZAI1-DDS-M)
Project Start
Project End
2015-02-28
Budget Start
2013-03-01
Budget End
2014-02-28
Support Year
10
Fiscal Year
2013
Total Cost
$222,308
Indirect Cost
$70,039
Name
University of Washington
Department
Type
DUNS #
605799469
City
Seattle
State
WA
Country
United States
Zip Code
98195
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