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Elisabeth Sauer-Eriksson is a structural biologist focusing on the structure-function relationships of RNA and RNA-protein interactions. Her research covers topics such as amyloid formation and molecular mechanisms behind host-pathogen interactions, aimed at discovering new drug candidates for infectious diseases. Her lab utilizes X-ray crystallography, chemical biology, in vitro biochemical, and biophysical methods to study these interactions. Key projects include examining amyloid-forming proteins, structural characterization of the signal recognition particle, and exploring the roles of carbonic anhydrases. She is involved in collaborative projects on host-pathogen interactions, particularly studying the regulatory protein PrfA in Listeria monocytogenes, which is crucial due to rising antibiotic resistance. Sauer-Eriksson's contributions enhance understanding of bacterial virulence and the design of novel antimicrobial agents.
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