Tag: transcriptional control

  • Attenuation in TRP Operon

    Attenuation in TRP Operon

    Attenuation is a sophisticated gene regulation mechanism found in the TRP operon, responsible for tryptophan synthesis in bacteria. By utilizing the leader peptide and tryptophan as key players, attenuation allows precise control of gene expression based on tryptophan levels. The leader peptide acts as a sensor, adjusting the secondary structure to either block or allow…

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