"Tuberculous" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Relating to or caused by tuberculosis, a serious infectious bacterial disease that affects the lungs and other parts of the body.
Tuberculocidin is a toxin produced by the bacterium Paenibacillus polymyxa. It is a ribosomally synthesized and post-translationally modified peptide (RiPP) that has been shown to have various biological activities, including anti-tumor and anti-bacterial effects.<br><br>Tuberculocidin is notable for its ability to inhibit protein synthesis and cell growth in various microorganisms, including bacteria and fungi. Its mechanism of action is thought to involve the inhibition of the enzyme ribosomal RNA synthetase, which is essential for protein synthesis.<br><br>Tuberculocidin has also been shown to have potential applications in the development of new antibiotics and antitumor agents. However, its associated with hemolytic activity at higher concentrations, which limits its use in the clinic.