This chapter reviews current knowledge on the structure, biochemistry and function of the FtsZ protein in bacterial pathogens, highlighting its potential as a promising drug target for the development of novel antibacterial agents. Strategies that can be utilized for the identification of potential Ftsz inhibitors are discussed.
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