Leaking away essential resources isn't wasteful, actually helps cells grow
Monday, February 17, 2020 - 15:20
in Biology & Nature
Experts have been unable to explain why cells from bacteria to humans leak essential chemicals necessary for growth into their environment. New mathematical models reveal that leaking metabolites -- substances involved in the chemical processes to sustain life with production of complex molecules and energy -- may provide cells both selfish and selfless benefits.