Publications by authors named "Vanessa Munoz-Gutierrez"
Article Synopsis
- Bacterial DNA replication begins at the origin of replication, where DnaA boxes allow the master initiator protein DnaA to bind and control the process.
- The study used CRISPR interference to halt replication by targeting specific DnaA boxes, leading to continued cell growth and translation without triggering stress responses.
- Understanding non-replicating states in bacteria can help uncover mechanisms of antibiotic tolerance, dormancy, and adaptability to harsh environments.
