hfb1
Function
Contributes to surface hydrophobicity, which is important for processes such as association of hyphae in reproductive structures, dispersal of aerial spores and adhesion of pathogens to host structures.
Post-translational modifications
Four disulfide bonds may be present.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the cerato-ulmin hydrophobin family.
Cellular localization
- Secreted
- Cell wall
- Secreted
- Secreted in aqueous environment.
Alternative names
Hydrophobin-1, Hydrophobin I, HFBI, hfb1