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However, the specific molecular mechanisms underlying these processes remain unclear. Through interactions with host proteins,\n                    <jats:italic>Brucella<\/jats:italic>\n                    can influence cellular physiological processes to evade immune responses and enhance the bacteria survival and reproductive abilities. The type IV secretion system (T4SS) of\n                    <jats:italic>Brucella<\/jats:italic>\n                    plays a significant role in the process of\n                    <jats:italic>Brucella<\/jats:italic>\n                    infecting cells. This study revealed the interaction between BtpB and YWHAZ (14\u20133-3\u03b6) by analyzing the interaction network of 112 host proteins interacting with\n                    <jats:italic>Brucella<\/jats:italic>\n                    effector protein BtpB. 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