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Paula Watnick | Medical Services

Programs & Services

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Paula Watnick | Education

Graduate School

California Institute of Technology

1988, Pasadena, CA

Medical School

Yale School of Medicine

1991, New Haven, CT

Internship

Internal Medicine

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

1992, Boston, MA

Residency

Internal Medicine

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

1993, Boston, MA

Fellowship

Infectious Diseases

Massachusetts General Hospital

1995, Boston, MA

Paula Watnick | Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine (General)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine (Infectious Diseases)

Paula Watnick | Publications

  1. Testosterone treatment impacts the intestinal microbiome of transgender individuals. mSphere. 2024 Oct 29; 9(10):e0055724. View Testosterone treatment impacts the intestinal microbiome of transgender individuals. Abstract

  2. Sequestration of a dual function DNA-binding protein by Vibrio cholerae CRP. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2022 Nov 16; 119(46):e2210115119. View Sequestration of a dual function DNA-binding protein by Vibrio cholerae CRP. Abstract

  3. Vibrio cholerae high cell density quorum sensing activates the host intestinal innate immune response. Cell Rep. 2022 09 20; 40(12):111368. View Vibrio cholerae high cell density quorum sensing activates the host intestinal innate immune response. Abstract

  4. Bioengineered 3D Tissue Model of Intestine Epithelium with Oxygen Gradients to Sustain Human Gut Microbiome. Adv Healthc Mater. 2022 08; 11(16):e2200447. View Bioengineered 3D Tissue Model of Intestine Epithelium with Oxygen Gradients to Sustain Human Gut Microbiome. Abstract

  5. The Short-Chain Fatty Acids Propionate and Butyrate Augment Adherent-Invasive Escherichia coli Virulence but Repress Inflammation in a Human Intestinal Enteroid Model of Infection. Microbiol Spectr. 2021 10 31; 9(2):e0136921. View The Short-Chain Fatty Acids Propionate and Butyrate Augment Adherent-Invasive Escherichia coli Virulence but Repress Inflammation in a Human Intestinal Enteroid Model of Infection. Abstract

  6. Microbiota-derived acetate activates intestinal innate immunity via the Tip60 histone acetyltransferase complex. Immunity. 2021 08 10; 54(8):1683-1697.e3. View Microbiota-derived acetate activates intestinal innate immunity via the Tip60 histone acetyltransferase complex. Abstract

  7. The Interplay of Sex Steroids, the Immune Response, and the Intestinal Microbiota. Trends Microbiol. 2021 09; 29(9):849-859. View The Interplay of Sex Steroids, the Immune Response, and the Intestinal Microbiota. Abstract

  8. Methionine Availability in the Arthropod Intestine Is Elucidated through Identification of Vibrio cholerae Methionine Acquisition Systems. Appl Environ Microbiol. 2020 05 19; 86(11). View Methionine Availability in the Arthropod Intestine Is Elucidated through Identification of Vibrio cholerae Methionine Acquisition Systems. Abstract

  9. Vibrio cholerae Sheds Its Coat to Make Itself Comfortable in the Gut. Cell Host Microbe. 2020 02 12; 27(2):161-163. View Vibrio cholerae Sheds Its Coat to Make Itself Comfortable in the Gut. Abstract

  10. Microbial Control of Intestinal Homeostasis via Enteroendocrine Cell Innate Immune Signaling. Trends Microbiol. 2020 02; 28(2):141-149. View Microbial Control of Intestinal Homeostasis via Enteroendocrine Cell Innate Immune Signaling. Abstract

  11. A high-throughput, whole cell assay to identify compounds active against carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae. PLoS One. 2018; 13(12):e0209389. View A high-throughput, whole cell assay to identify compounds active against carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae. Abstract

  12. Removal of a Membrane Anchor Reveals the Opposing Regulatory Functions of Vibrio cholerae Glucose-Specific Enzyme IIA in Biofilms and the Mammalian Intestine. mBio. 2018 09 04; 9(5). View Removal of a Membrane Anchor Reveals the Opposing Regulatory Functions of Vibrio cholerae Glucose-Specific Enzyme IIA in Biofilms and the Mammalian Intestine. Abstract

  13. A Self-Assembling Whole-Cell Vaccine Antigen Presentation Platform. J Bacteriol. 2018 08 01; 200(15). View A Self-Assembling Whole-Cell Vaccine Antigen Presentation Platform. Abstract

  14. The Drosophila Immune Deficiency Pathway Modulates Enteroendocrine Function and Host Metabolism. Cell Metab. 2018 09 04; 28(3):449-462.e5. View The Drosophila Immune Deficiency Pathway Modulates Enteroendocrine Function and Host Metabolism. Abstract

  15. Sublingual Adjuvant Delivery by a Live Attenuated Vibrio cholerae-Based Antigen Presentation Platform. mSphere. 2018 06 27; 3(3). View Sublingual Adjuvant Delivery by a Live Attenuated Vibrio cholerae-Based Antigen Presentation Platform. Abstract

  16. Activation of Vibrio cholerae quorum sensing promotes survival of an arthropod host. Nat Microbiol. 2018 02; 3(2):243-252. View Activation of Vibrio cholerae quorum sensing promotes survival of an arthropod host. Abstract

  17. Vibrio cholerae ensures function of host proteins required for virulence through consumption of luminal methionine sulfoxide. PLoS Pathog. 2017 Jun; 13(6):e1006428. View Vibrio cholerae ensures function of host proteins required for virulence through consumption of luminal methionine sulfoxide. Abstract

  18. Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae Suppurative Arthritis in a 12-year-old Boy After an Unusual Fresh Water Exposure. Pediatr Infect Dis J. 2017 04; 36(4):431-433. View Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae Suppurative Arthritis in a 12-year-old Boy After an Unusual Fresh Water Exposure. Abstract

  19. The interplay between intestinal bacteria and host metabolism in health and disease: lessons from Drosophila melanogaster. Dis Model Mech. 2016 Mar; 9(3):271-81. View The interplay between intestinal bacteria and host metabolism in health and disease: lessons from Drosophila melanogaster. Abstract

  20. Regulation of CsrB/C sRNA decay by EIIA(Glc) of the phosphoenolpyruvate: carbohydrate phosphotransferase system. Mol Microbiol. 2016 Feb; 99(4):627-39. View Regulation of CsrB/C sRNA decay by EIIA(Glc) of the phosphoenolpyruvate: carbohydrate phosphotransferase system. Abstract

  21. In situ proteolysis of the Vibrio cholerae matrix protein RbmA promotes biofilm recruitment. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2015 Aug 18; 112(33):10491-6. View In situ proteolysis of the Vibrio cholerae matrix protein RbmA promotes biofilm recruitment. Abstract

  22. The acetate switch of an intestinal pathogen disrupts host insulin signaling and lipid metabolism. Cell Host Microbe. 2014 Nov 12; 16(5):592-604. View The acetate switch of an intestinal pathogen disrupts host insulin signaling and lipid metabolism. Abstract

  23. The transcription factor Mlc promotes Vibrio cholerae biofilm formation through repression of phosphotransferase system components. J Bacteriol. 2014 Jul; 196(13):2423-30. View The transcription factor Mlc promotes Vibrio cholerae biofilm formation through repression of phosphotransferase system components. Abstract

  24. Cholera toxin disrupts barrier function by inhibiting exocyst-mediated trafficking of host proteins to intestinal cell junctions. Cell Host Microbe. 2013 Sep 11; 14(3):294-305. View Cholera toxin disrupts barrier function by inhibiting exocyst-mediated trafficking of host proteins to intestinal cell junctions. Abstract

  25. Mutations in the IMD pathway and mustard counter Vibrio cholerae suppression of intestinal stem cell division in Drosophila. mBio. 2013 Jun 18; 4(3):e00337-13. View Mutations in the IMD pathway and mustard counter Vibrio cholerae suppression of intestinal stem cell division in Drosophila. Abstract

  26. Mannitol and the mannitol-specific enzyme IIB subunit activate Vibrio cholerae biofilm formation. Appl Environ Microbiol. 2013 Aug; 79(15):4675-83. View Mannitol and the mannitol-specific enzyme IIB subunit activate Vibrio cholerae biofilm formation. Abstract

  27. Glucose-specific enzyme IIA has unique binding partners in the vibrio cholerae biofilm. mBio. 2012 Nov 06; 3(6):e00228-12. View Glucose-specific enzyme IIA has unique binding partners in the vibrio cholerae biofilm. Abstract

  28. The bacterial biofilm matrix as a platform for protein delivery. mBio. 2012; 3(4):e00127-12. View The bacterial biofilm matrix as a platform for protein delivery. Abstract

  29. The Drosophila protein mustard tailors the innate immune response activated by the immune deficiency pathway. J Immunol. 2012 Apr 15; 188(8):3993-4000. View The Drosophila protein mustard tailors the innate immune response activated by the immune deficiency pathway. Abstract

  30. A high-throughput screen identifies a new natural product with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity. PLoS One. 2012; 7(2):e31307. View A high-throughput screen identifies a new natural product with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity. Abstract

  31. Spatially selective colonization of the arthropod intestine through activation of Vibrio cholerae biofilm formation. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2011 Dec 06; 108(49):19737-42. View Spatially selective colonization of the arthropod intestine through activation of Vibrio cholerae biofilm formation. Abstract

  32. A communal bacterial adhesin anchors biofilm and bystander cells to surfaces. PLoS Pathog. 2011 Aug; 7(8):e1002210. View A communal bacterial adhesin anchors biofilm and bystander cells to surfaces. Abstract

  33. The phosphoenolpyruvate phosphotransferase system regulates Vibrio cholerae biofilm formation through multiple independent pathways. J Bacteriol. 2010 Jun; 192(12):3055-67. View The phosphoenolpyruvate phosphotransferase system regulates Vibrio cholerae biofilm formation through multiple independent pathways. Abstract

  34. Vibrio cholerae phosphoenolpyruvate phosphotransferase system control of carbohydrate transport, biofilm formation, and colonization of the germfree mouse intestine. Infect Immun. 2010 Apr; 78(4):1482-94. View Vibrio cholerae phosphoenolpyruvate phosphotransferase system control of carbohydrate transport, biofilm formation, and colonization of the germfree mouse intestine. Abstract

  35. Signals, regulatory networks, and materials that build and break bacterial biofilms. Microbiol Mol Biol Rev. 2009 Jun; 73(2):310-47. View Signals, regulatory networks, and materials that build and break bacterial biofilms. Abstract

  36. Genetic analysis of Drosophila melanogaster susceptibility to intestinal Vibrio cholerae infection. Cell Microbiol. 2009 Mar; 11(3):461-74. View Genetic analysis of Drosophila melanogaster susceptibility to intestinal Vibrio cholerae infection. Abstract

  37. Genetic analysis of Vibrio cholerae monolayer formation reveals a key role for DeltaPsi in the transition to permanent attachment. J Bacteriol. 2008 Dec; 190(24):8185-96. View Genetic analysis of Vibrio cholerae monolayer formation reveals a key role for DeltaPsi in the transition to permanent attachment. Abstract

  38. A novel role for enzyme I of the Vibrio cholerae phosphoenolpyruvate phosphotransferase system in regulation of growth in a biofilm. J Bacteriol. 2008 Jan; 190(1):311-20. View A novel role for enzyme I of the Vibrio cholerae phosphoenolpyruvate phosphotransferase system in regulation of growth in a biofilm. Abstract

  39. NspS, a predicted polyamine sensor, mediates activation of Vibrio cholerae biofilm formation by norspermidine. J Bacteriol. 2005 Nov; 187(21):7434-43. View NspS, a predicted polyamine sensor, mediates activation of Vibrio cholerae biofilm formation by norspermidine. Abstract

  40. Vibrio cholerae infection of Drosophila melanogaster mimics the human disease cholera. PLoS Pathog. 2005 Sep; 1(1):e8. View Vibrio cholerae infection of Drosophila melanogaster mimics the human disease cholera. Abstract

  41. Identification of novel stage-specific genetic requirements through whole genome transcription profiling of Vibrio cholerae biofilm development. Mol Microbiol. 2005 Sep; 57(6):1623-35. View Identification of novel stage-specific genetic requirements through whole genome transcription profiling of Vibrio cholerae biofilm development. Abstract

  42. Role for glycine betaine transport in Vibrio cholerae osmoadaptation and biofilm formation within microbial communities. Appl Environ Microbiol. 2005 Jul; 71(7):3840-7. View Role for glycine betaine transport in Vibrio cholerae osmoadaptation and biofilm formation within microbial communities. Abstract

  43. Genetic evidence that the Vibrio cholerae monolayer is a distinct stage in biofilm development. Mol Microbiol. 2004 Apr; 52(2):573-87. View Genetic evidence that the Vibrio cholerae monolayer is a distinct stage in biofilm development. Abstract

  44. The Vibrio cholerae O139 O-antigen polysaccharide is essential for Ca2+-dependent biofilm development in sea water. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2003 Nov 25; 100(24):14357-62. View The Vibrio cholerae O139 O-antigen polysaccharide is essential for Ca2+-dependent biofilm development in sea water. Abstract

  45. Role of ectoine in Vibrio cholerae osmoadaptation. Appl Environ Microbiol. 2003 Oct; 69(10):5919-27. View Role of ectoine in Vibrio cholerae osmoadaptation. Abstract

  46. Environmental determinants of Vibrio cholerae biofilm development. Appl Environ Microbiol. 2003 Sep; 69(9):5079-88. View Environmental determinants of Vibrio cholerae biofilm development. Abstract

  47. Identification and characterization of a Vibrio cholerae gene, mbaA, involved in maintenance of biofilm architecture. J Bacteriol. 2003 Feb; 185(4):1384-90. View Identification and characterization of a Vibrio cholerae gene, mbaA, involved in maintenance of biofilm architecture. Abstract

  48. Vibrio cholerae CytR is a repressor of biofilm development. Mol Microbiol. 2002 Jul; 45(2):471-83. View Vibrio cholerae CytR is a repressor of biofilm development. Abstract

  49. Paula I Watnick--elucidating the role of biofilms. Interview by Pam Das. Lancet Infect Dis. 2002 Mar; 2(3):190-2. View Paula I Watnick--elucidating the role of biofilms. Interview by Pam Das. Abstract

  50. The absence of a flagellum leads to altered colony morphology, biofilm development and virulence in Vibrio cholerae O139. Mol Microbiol. 2001 Jan; 39(2):223-35. View The absence of a flagellum leads to altered colony morphology, biofilm development and virulence in Vibrio cholerae O139. Abstract

  51. Biofilm, city of microbes. J Bacteriol. 2000 May; 182(10):2675-9. View Biofilm, city of microbes. Abstract

  52. Vibrio cholerae VibF is required for vibriobactin synthesis and is a member of the family of nonribosomal peptide synthetases. J Bacteriol. 2000 Mar; 182(6):1731-8. View Vibrio cholerae VibF is required for vibriobactin synthesis and is a member of the family of nonribosomal peptide synthetases. Abstract

  53. Steps in the development of a Vibrio cholerae El Tor biofilm. Mol Microbiol. 1999 Nov; 34(3):586-95. View Steps in the development of a Vibrio cholerae El Tor biofilm. Abstract

  54. A role for the mannose-sensitive hemagglutinin in biofilm formation by Vibrio cholerae El Tor. J Bacteriol. 1999 Jun; 181(11):3606-9. View A role for the mannose-sensitive hemagglutinin in biofilm formation by Vibrio cholerae El Tor. Abstract

  55. Genetic approaches to study of biofilms. Methods Enzymol. 1999; 310:91-109. View Genetic approaches to study of biofilms. Abstract

  56. The interaction of the Vibrio cholerae transcription factors, Fur and IrgB, with the overlapping promoters of two virulence genes, irgA and irgB. Gene. 1998 Mar 16; 209(1-2):65-70. View The interaction of the Vibrio cholerae transcription factors, Fur and IrgB, with the overlapping promoters of two virulence genes, irgA and irgB. Abstract

  57. Purification of Vibrio cholerae fur and estimation of its intracellular abundance by antibody sandwich enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. J Bacteriol. 1997 Jan; 179(1):243-7. View Purification of Vibrio cholerae fur and estimation of its intracellular abundance by antibody sandwich enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. Abstract

  58. Hydrophobic mismatch in gramicidin A'/lecithin systems. Biochemistry. 1990 Jul 03; 29(26):6215-21. View Hydrophobic mismatch in gramicidin A'/lecithin systems. Abstract

  59. Characterization of the transverse relaxation rates in lipid bilayers. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 1990 Mar; 87(6):2082-6. View Characterization of the transverse relaxation rates in lipid bilayers. Abstract

  60. Conformations of model peptides in membrane-mimetic environments. Biophys J. 1982 Jan; 37(1):275-84. View Conformations of model peptides in membrane-mimetic environments. Abstract

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