Diversify or die: generation of diversity in response to stress.

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When challenged with unfavorable conditions, microorganisms can develop a stress response that allows them to adapt to or survive in the new environment. A common feature of the numerous specific stress response pathways that have been described in a wide range of bacteria is that they are energy demanding and therefore often transient. In addition, stress responses may come too late or be insufficient to protect...

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