Multi-Species, Genome-Wide Metabolic Network Reconstructions Reveal the Basis for Metabolic Versatility in Mycobacteria
The genus Mycobacterium comprises over 200 species, many of which now have complete genome sequences. Some are major pathogens causing diseases like tuberculosis and leprosy, while others are harmless environmental organisms with useful abilities such as degrading pollutants. Environmental mycobacteria are often seen a...