alarmone

(noun)

Alarmone is an intracellular signal molecule that is produced due to harsh environmental factors.

Related Terms

Examples of alarmone in the following topics:

  • The Stringent Response

    • The stringent response is signaled by the alarmone (p)ppGpp and modulating transcription of up to 1/3 of all genes in the cell.
    • Explain the function of the alarmone (p)ppGpp in the stringent response

  • Activation of Starvation by Survival Genes

    • The stringent response is signaled by the alarmone (p)ppGpp and modulating transcription of up to 1/3 of all genes in the cell.