Convergent Cellular Adaptation to Freeze-Thaw Stress via a Quiescence-like State in Yeast
Charuhansini Tvishamayi, Farhan Ali, Nandita Chaturvedi, Nithila Madhu-Kumar, Zeenat Rashida, Chandan Muni Reddy, Ankita Ray, Stephan Herminghaus, Shashi Thutupalli
This study shows yeast can evolve freeze-thaw tolerance through a quiescence-like state, increasing survival from 2% to 70% in 25 cycles.
bioRxiv · Nov 26, 2024 · PreprintEvolutionary Biology