Exploring the Differences between Human and Bacterial Ribosomes in Decoding
In a recent study published in Nature, scientists uncovered that humans and bacteria have some striking differences in the way their ribosomes decode genetic information. By studying the structure of ribosomes from both humans and bacteria, the team was able to identify how the ribosomes of both species differed in the way they decode genetic information. The differences discovered could potentially explain why bacteria are so resilient to antibiotics, and why certain antibiotics are more effective in treating bacterial infections than others. This research provides a critical insight into how the smallest living organisms on our planet operate.
source: Phys.org