Yasu S. Morita

This study identifies PspA's role in maintaining membrane potential and supporting NADH dehydrogenase function in mycobacteria through interactions with PspM and menaquinone.

This study shows that overexpressing dcpA in Mycobacterium smegmatis enhances granulation and granule stability, suggesting c-di-GMP modulation plays a key role in microbial aggregation.

This study identifies Rv3839-Rv3840 as key regulators linking heme biosynthesis with Mtb adaptation to NO and iron limitation stress.

This study shows that Ag85A is essential for plasma membrane domain organization in mycobacteria, leading to mycolic acid accumulation and altered cell envelope structure.

This study determines the cryo-EM structures of PimE from Mycobacterium abscessus and elucidates its mechanism of action, providing insights for anti-TB drug development.

The paper shows that the cell wall polymer, not active polymerization, is critical for membrane partitioning in Mycobacterium smegmatis.