The energy requirements of ion homeostasis determine the lifespan of starving bacteria
S. J. Schink, M. Polk, E. Athaide, A. Mukherjee, C. Ammar, X. Liu, S. Oh, Y.-F. Chang, M. Basan
This study identifies ion homeostasis as a key determinant of bacterial lifespan during starvation, showing that reducing its energetic cost extends survival.
bioRxiv · Nov 22, 2021 · PreprintMicrobiology