The RpfB switch is a novel B12-sensing riboswitch regulating (non-replicating) persistence in Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
Terry Kipkorir, Peter Polgar, Alexandre D’Halluin, Brindha Gap-Gaupool, Vadim Makarov, Galina V. Mukamolova, Kristine B. Arnvig
The paper identifies vitamin B12 as the ligand for a riboswitch in Mycobacterium tuberculosis that regulates bacterial persistence.
bioRxiv · Jul 19, 2024 · PreprintMolecular Biology