Consequently , pyoverdine has become a model trait to study microbial cooperation and exploitation .
These interactions can be exploited by cells that do not engage in pyoverdine production , but still reap the benefits of uptake .
Pyoverdine has become a model trait to study microbial cooperation and exploitation .
These interactions can be exploited by cells that do not engage in pyoverdine production , but still reap the benefits of uptake .