Bacteria encode post-mortem protein catabolism that enables altruistic nutrient recycling
Bacterial death is critical in nutrient recycling. However, the underlying mechanisms that permit macromolecule recycling after bacterial death are largely unknown. We demonstrate that bacteria encode post-mortem protein catabolism via Lon protease released from the dead bacteria. Growth assays reve...
| Main Authors: | , , , , , , |
|---|---|
| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
Nature Research
2025
|