Genetic Changes, Epigenetic Modifications and Antibiotic Resistance Caused by Bacterial Infection

Abstract

Genetic elements play a crucial role in spreading recombinant strains with new traits. Bacteria share genetic elements and transfer them to one another through various means. The transferred genetic material often benefits the recipient bacteria, providing advantages such as antibiotic resistance, tolerance to foreign substances, or the ability to utilize new metabolites. This utility is essential for bacteria to thrive in different environmental conditions and in the human body. This study investigates the roles of genetic elements in both Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria.