Role of ς B in Adaptation of Listeria monocytogenes to Growth at Low Temperature

Abstract
The activity of ς B in Listeria monocytogenes is stimulated by high osmolarity and is necessary for efficient uptake of osmoprotectants. Here we demonstrate that, during cold shock, ς B contributes to adaptation in a growth phase-dependent manner and is necessary for efficient accumulation of betaine and carnitine as cryoprotectants.
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