Researchers discover marine bacteria survive virus infections by lowering levels of a key molecule.
Researchers from the Israel Institute of Technology found that marine bacteria defend against viruses by reducing tRNA levels, a crucial molecule for gene translation. This passive mechanism doesn't block virus entry but helps bacteria survive infections. The study, published in Nature Microbiology, reveals an evolutionary adaptation that could have broader applications in biotechnology and medicine.
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