Belongs to the complex I subunit 3 family.
NDH-1 is composed of 14 different subunits. Subunits NuoA, H, J, K, L, M, N constitute the membrane sector of the complex.
NDH-1 shuttles electrons from NADH, via FMN and iron-sulfur (Fe-S) centers, to quinones in the respiratory chain. The immediate electron acceptor for the enzyme in this species is believed to be a menaquinone. Couples the redox reaction to proton translocation (for every two electrons transferred, four hydrogen ions are translocated across the cytoplasmic membrane), and thus conserves the redox energy in a proton gradient.
ATP-dependent specificity component of the Clp protease. It directs the protease to specific substrates. Can perform chaperone functions in the absence of ClpP.
Component of the ClpX-ClpP complex. Forms a hexameric ring that, in the presence of ATP, binds to fourteen ClpP subunits assembled into a disk-like structure with a central cavity, resembling the structure of eukaryotic proteasomes.
Belongs to the bacterial ribosomal protein bL21 family.
Part of the 50S ribosomal subunit. Contacts protein L20.
This protein binds to 23S rRNA in the presence of protein L20.
Belongs to the universal stress protein A family.
Belongs to the bacterial ribosomal protein bL9 family.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uL24 family.
One of the proteins that surrounds the polypeptide exit tunnel on the outside of the subunit.
One of two assembly initiator proteins, it binds directly to the 5'-end of the 23S rRNA, where it nucleates assembly of the 50S subunit.
Belongs to the beta-class carbonic anhydrase family.
Catalyzes the reversible hydration of carbon dioxide to form bicarbonate.
Belongs to the KhpA RNA-binding protein family.
Belongs to the prokaryotic/mitochondrial release factor family.
Belongs to the inositol monophosphatase superfamily.
Acts as a transcriptional regulator. Probably redox-responsive. The apo- but not holo-form probably binds DNA.
Binds 1 [4Fe-4S] cluster per subunit. Following nitrosylation of the [4Fe-4S] cluster binds 1 [4Fe-8(NO)] cluster per subunit.
The Fe-S cluster can be nitrosylated by nitric oxide (NO).
Upon Fe-S cluster removal intramolecular disulfide bonds are formed.
Belongs to the peptidase M24A family. Methionine aminopeptidase type 1 subfamily.
Binds 2 divalent metal cations per subunit. Has a high-affinity and a low affinity metal-binding site. The true nature of the physiological cofactor is under debate. The enzyme is active with cobalt, zinc, manganese or divalent iron ions. Most likely, methionine aminopeptidases function as mononuclear Fe(2+)-metalloproteases under physiological conditions, and the catalytically relevant metal-binding site has been assigned to the histidine-containing high-affinity site.
Removes the N-terminal methionine from nascent proteins. The N-terminal methionine is often cleaved when the second residue in the primary sequence is small and uncharged (Met-Ala-, Cys, Gly, Pro, Ser, Thr, or Val). Requires deformylation of the N(alpha)-formylated initiator methionine before it can be hydrolyzed.
Belongs to the bacterial ribosomal protein bL34 family.
Belongs to the bacterial ribosomal protein bL20 family.
Binds directly to 23S ribosomal RNA and is necessary for the in vitro assembly process of the 50S ribosomal subunit. It is not involved in the protein synthesizing functions of that subunit.
Belongs to the class-I pyridine nucleotide-disulfide oxidoreductase family.
The active site is a redox-active disulfide bond.
Involved in cell division and chromosome segregation.
Converts 2C-methyl-D-erythritol 2,4-cyclodiphosphate (ME-2,4cPP) into 1-hydroxy-2-methyl-2-(E)-butenyl 4-diphosphate.
May play a role in DNA repair. It seems to be involved in an RecBC-independent recombinational process of DNA repair. It may act with RecF and RecO.
Component of the 30S ribosomal translation pre-initiation complex which assembles on the 30S ribosome in the order IF-2 and IF-3, IF-1 and N-formylmethionyl-tRNA(fMet); mRNA recruitment can occur at any time during PIC assembly.
One of the essential components for the initiation of protein synthesis. Stabilizes the binding of IF-2 and IF-3 on the 30S subunit to which N-formylmethionyl-tRNA(fMet) subsequently binds. Helps modulate mRNA selection, yielding the 30S pre-initiation complex (PIC). Upon addition of the 50S ribosomal subunit IF-1, IF-2 and IF-3 are released leaving the mature 70S translation initiation complex.
Belongs to the prokaryotic ubiquitin-like protein family.
Lacks conserved residue(s) required for the propagation of feature annotation.
Protein modifier that is covalently attached to lysine residues of substrate proteins, thereby targeting them for proteasomal degradation. The tagging system is termed pupylation.
Strongly interacts with the proteasome-associated ATPase ARC through a hydrophobic interface; the interacting region of Pup lies in its C-terminal half. There is one Pup binding site per ARC hexamer ring.
The N-terminal unstructured half of Pup provides a signal required to initiate unfolding and degradation by the proteasome but is not needed for pupylation, while the C-terminal helical half of Pup interacts with ARC to target proteins to the proteasome.
Belongs to the bacterial ribosomal protein bS18 family.
Binds as a heterodimer with protein bS6 to the central domain of the 16S rRNA, where it helps stabilize the platform of the 30S subunit.
Part of the 30S ribosomal subunit. Forms a tight heterodimer with protein bS6.
Belongs to the bacterial ribosomal protein bL36 family.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uS19 family.
Protein S19 forms a complex with S13 that binds strongly to the 16S ribosomal RNA.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uL16 family.
Binds 23S rRNA and is also seen to make contacts with the A and possibly P site tRNAs.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uL14 family.
Binds to 23S rRNA. Forms part of two intersubunit bridges in the 70S ribosome.
Part of the 50S ribosomal subunit. Forms a cluster with proteins L3 and L19. In the 70S ribosome, L14 and L19 interact and together make contacts with the 16S rRNA in bridges B5 and B8.
Belongs to the class II fructose-bisphosphate aldolase family.
Binds 2 Zn(2+) ions per subunit. One is catalytic and the other provides a structural contribution.
Catalyzes the aldol condensation of dihydroxyacetone phosphate (DHAP or glycerone-phosphate) with glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate (G3P) to form fructose 1,6-bisphosphate (FBP) in gluconeogenesis and the reverse reaction in glycolysis.
Belongs to the elongation factor P family.
Involved in peptide bond synthesis. Stimulates efficient translation and peptide-bond synthesis on native or reconstituted 70S ribosomes in vitro. Probably functions indirectly by altering the affinity of the ribosome for aminoacyl-tRNA, thus increasing their reactivity as acceptors for peptidyl transferase.
Forms membrane-associated dynamic filaments that are essential for cell shape determination. Acts by regulating cell wall synthesis and cell elongation, and thus cell shape. A feedback loop between cell geometry and MreB localization may maintain elongated cell shape by targeting cell wall growth to regions of negative cell wall curvature.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uS11 family.
Located on the platform of the 30S subunit, it bridges several disparate RNA helices of the 16S rRNA. Forms part of the Shine-Dalgarno cleft in the 70S ribosome.
Part of the 30S ribosomal subunit. Interacts with proteins S7 and S18. Binds to IF-3.
Belongs to the short-chain dehydrogenases/reductases (SDR) family.
Belongs to the bacterial ribosomal protein bL35 family.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uL23 family.
One of the early assembly proteins it binds 23S rRNA. One of the proteins that surrounds the polypeptide exit tunnel on the outside of the ribosome. Forms the main docking site for trigger factor binding to the ribosome.
Part of the 50S ribosomal subunit. Contacts protein L29, and trigger factor when it is bound to the ribosome.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uS15 family.
Forms an intersubunit bridge (bridge B4) with the 23S rRNA of the 50S subunit in the ribosome.
One of the primary rRNA binding proteins, it binds directly to 16S rRNA where it helps nucleate assembly of the platform of the 30S subunit by binding and bridging several RNA helices of the 16S rRNA.
Part of the 30S ribosomal subunit. Forms a bridge to the 50S subunit in the 70S ribosome, contacting the 23S rRNA.
Belongs to the urease gamma subunit family.
Heterotrimer of UreA (gamma), UreB (beta) and UreC (alpha) subunits. Three heterotrimers associate to form the active enzyme.
Belongs to the RNA polymerase subunit omega family.
Promotes RNA polymerase assembly. Latches the N- and C-terminal regions of the beta' subunit thereby facilitating its interaction with the beta and alpha subunits.
The RNAP catalytic core consists of 2 alpha, 1 beta, 1 beta' and 1 omega subunit. When a sigma factor is associated with the core the holoenzyme is formed, which can initiate transcription.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uL2 family.
One of the primary rRNA binding proteins. Required for association of the 30S and 50S subunits to form the 70S ribosome, for tRNA binding and peptide bond formation. It has been suggested to have peptidyltransferase activity; this is somewhat controversial. Makes several contacts with the 16S rRNA in the 70S ribosome.
Part of the 50S ribosomal subunit. Forms a bridge to the 30S subunit in the 70S ribosome.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uL10 family.
Forms part of the ribosomal stalk, playing a central role in the interaction of the ribosome with GTP-bound translation factors.
Part of the ribosomal stalk of the 50S ribosomal subunit. The N-terminus interacts with L11 and the large rRNA to form the base of the stalk. The C-terminus forms an elongated spine to which L12 dimers bind in a sequential fashion forming a multimeric L10(L12)X complex.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uS14 family. Zinc-binding uS14 subfamily.
Binds 16S rRNA, required for the assembly of 30S particles and may also be responsible for determining the conformation of the 16S rRNA at the A site.
Part of the 30S ribosomal subunit. Contacts proteins S3 and S10.
Negative regulator of class I heat shock genes (grpE-dnaK-dnaJ and groELS operons). Prevents heat-shock induction of these operons.
Belongs to the thiolase-like superfamily. Thiolase family.
Belongs to the beta sliding clamp family.
Confers DNA tethering and processivity to DNA polymerases and other proteins. Acts as a clamp, forming a ring around DNA (a reaction catalyzed by the clamp-loading complex) which diffuses in an ATP-independent manner freely and bidirectionally along dsDNA. Initially characterized for its ability to contact the catalytic subunit of DNA polymerase III (Pol III), a complex, multichain enzyme responsible for most of the replicative synthesis in bacteria; Pol III exhibits 3'-5' exonuclease proofreading activity. The beta chain is required for initiation of replication as well as for processivity of DNA replication.
Forms a ring-shaped head-to-tail homodimer around DNA.
Belongs to the complex I 20 kDa subunit family.
NDH-1 is composed of 14 different subunits. Subunits NuoB, C, D, E, F, and G constitute the peripheral sector of the complex.
IGPS catalyzes the conversion of PRFAR and glutamine to IGP, AICAR and glutamate. The HisF subunit catalyzes the cyclization activity that produces IGP and AICAR from PRFAR using the ammonia provided by the HisH subunit.
Responsible for the release of ribosomes from messenger RNA at the termination of protein biosynthesis. May increase the efficiency of translation by recycling ribosomes from one round of translation to another.
Belongs to the bacterial ribosomal protein bL28 family.
Belongs to the anti-sigma-factor antagonist family.
Heptamer of 7 subunits arranged in a ring. Interacts with the chaperonin GroEL.
Together with the chaperonin GroEL, plays an essential role in assisting protein folding. The GroEL-GroES system forms a nano-cage that allows encapsulation of the non-native substrate proteins and provides a physical environment optimized to promote and accelerate protein folding. GroES binds to the apical surface of the GroEL ring, thereby capping the opening of the GroEL channel.
Reversibly transfers an adenylyl group from ATP to 4'-phosphopantetheine, yielding dephospho-CoA (dPCoA) and pyrophosphate.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uS9 family.
4'-phosphopantetheine is transferred from CoA to a specific serine of apo-ACP by AcpS. This modification is essential for activity because fatty acids are bound in thioester linkage to the sulfhydryl of the prosthetic group.
Belongs to the acyl carrier protein (ACP) family.
Carrier of the growing fatty acid chain in fatty acid biosynthesis.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uL13 family.
This protein is one of the early assembly proteins of the 50S ribosomal subunit, although it is not seen to bind rRNA by itself. It is important during the early stages of 50S assembly.
Belongs to the sigma-70 factor family. ECF subfamily.
Sigma factors are initiation factors that promote the attachment of RNA polymerase to specific initiation sites and are then released.
Belongs to the bacterial ribosomal protein bS6 family.
Binds together with bS18 to 16S ribosomal RNA.
Belongs to the binding-protein-dependent transport system permease family.
Belongs to the succinate dehydrogenase/fumarate reductase iron-sulfur protein family.
Involved in protein export. Participates in an early event of protein translocation.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uL11 family.
Forms part of the ribosomal stalk which helps the ribosome interact with GTP-bound translation factors.
One or more lysine residues are methylated.
Part of the ribosomal stalk of the 50S ribosomal subunit. Interacts with L10 and the large rRNA to form the base of the stalk. L10 forms an elongated spine to which L12 dimers bind in a sequential fashion forming a multimeric L10(L12)X complex.
Belongs to the truncated hemoglobin family. Group II subfamily.
Belongs to the ABC transporter superfamily.
Heterodimer of an alpha and a beta subunit.
The electron transfer flavoprotein serves as a specific electron acceptor for other dehydrogenases. It transfers the electrons to the main respiratory chain via ETF-ubiquinone oxidoreductase (ETF dehydrogenase).
Allows the formation of correctly charged Asn-tRNA(Asn) or Gln-tRNA(Gln) through the transamidation of misacylated Asp-tRNA(Asn) or Glu-tRNA(Gln) in organisms which lack either or both of asparaginyl-tRNA or glutaminyl-tRNA synthetases. The reaction takes place in the presence of glutamine and ATP through an activated phospho-Asp-tRNA(Asn) or phospho-Glu-tRNA(Gln).
Belongs to the BlaI transcriptional regulatory family.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uL15 family.
Belongs to the phosphatidylserine decarboxylase family. PSD-A subfamily.
Binds 1 pyruvoyl group covalently per subunit.
Catalyzes the formation of phosphatidylethanolamine (PtdEtn) from phosphatidylserine (PtdSer).
Heterodimer of a large membrane-associated beta subunit and a small pyruvoyl-containing alpha subunit.
Is synthesized initially as an inactive proenzyme. Formation of the active enzyme involves a self-maturation process in which the active site pyruvoyl group is generated from an internal serine residue via an autocatalytic post-translational modification. Two non-identical subunits are generated from the proenzyme in this reaction, and the pyruvate is formed at the N-terminus of the alpha chain, which is derived from the carboxyl end of the proenzyme. The post-translation cleavage follows an unusual pathway, termed non-hydrolytic serinolysis, in which the side chain hydroxyl group of the serine supplies its oxygen atom to form the C-terminus of the beta chain, while the remainder of the serine residue undergoes an oxidative deamination to produce ammonia and the pyruvoyl prosthetic group on the alpha chain.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uS12 family.
Interacts with and stabilizes bases of the 16S rRNA that are involved in tRNA selection in the A site and with the mRNA backbone. Located at the interface of the 30S and 50S subunits, it traverses the body of the 30S subunit contacting proteins on the other side and probably holding the rRNA structure together. The combined cluster of proteins S8, S12 and S17 appears to hold together the shoulder and platform of the 30S subunit.
Part of the 30S ribosomal subunit. Contacts proteins S8 and S17. May interact with IF1 in the 30S initiation complex.
With S4 and S5 plays an important role in translational accuracy.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uL18 family.
Part of the 50S ribosomal subunit; part of the 5S rRNA/L5/L18/L25 subcomplex. Contacts the 5S and 23S rRNAs.
This is one of the proteins that bind and probably mediate the attachment of the 5S RNA into the large ribosomal subunit, where it forms part of the central protuberance.
This protein specifically catalyzes the removal of signal peptides from prolipoproteins.
Ferredoxins are iron-sulfur proteins that transfer electrons in a wide variety of metabolic reactions.
Belongs to the bacterial ribosomal protein bL32 family.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uL30 family.
Belongs to the bacterial ribosomal protein bL33 family.
Belongs to the bacterial ribosomal protein bL31 family. Type A subfamily.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uL22 family.
The globular domain of the protein is located near the polypeptide exit tunnel on the outside of the subunit, while an extended beta-hairpin is found that lines the wall of the exit tunnel in the center of the 70S ribosome.
This protein binds specifically to 23S rRNA; its binding is stimulated by other ribosomal proteins, e.g., L4, L17, and L20. It is important during the early stages of 50S assembly. It makes multiple contacts with different domains of the 23S rRNA in the assembled 50S subunit and ribosome.
Homohexamer. Assembles into a hexameric ring structure.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uL3 family.
One of the primary rRNA binding proteins, it binds directly near the 3'-end of the 23S rRNA, where it nucleates assembly of the 50S subunit.
Part of the 50S ribosomal subunit. Forms a cluster with proteins L14 and L19.
Belongs to the endoribonuclease YbeY family.
Single strand-specific metallo-endoribonuclease involved in late-stage 70S ribosome quality control and in maturation of the 3' terminus of the 16S rRNA.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uS7 family.
One of the primary rRNA binding proteins, it binds directly to 16S rRNA where it nucleates assembly of the head domain of the 30S subunit. Is located at the subunit interface close to the decoding center, probably blocks exit of the E-site tRNA.
Part of the 30S ribosomal subunit. Contacts proteins S9 and S11.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uS5 family.
Located at the back of the 30S subunit body where it stabilizes the conformation of the head with respect to the body.
Part of the 30S ribosomal subunit. Contacts proteins S4 and S8.
The N-terminal domain interacts with the head of the 30S subunit; the C-terminal domain interacts with the body and contacts protein S4. The interaction surface between S4 and S5 is involved in control of translational fidelity.
With S4 and S12 plays an important role in translational accuracy.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uL29 family.
Catalyzes the hydrolysis of inorganic pyrophosphate (PPi) forming two phosphate ions.
Belongs to the TRAFAC class translation factor GTPase superfamily. Classic translation factor GTPase family. EF-Tu/EF-1A subfamily.
This protein promotes the GTP-dependent binding of aminoacyl-tRNA to the A-site of ribosomes during protein biosynthesis.
Part of the FGAM synthase complex composed of 1 PurL, 1 PurQ and 2 PurS subunits.
Part of the phosphoribosylformylglycinamidine synthase complex involved in the purines biosynthetic pathway. Catalyzes the ATP-dependent conversion of formylglycinamide ribonucleotide (FGAR) and glutamine to yield formylglycinamidine ribonucleotide (FGAM) and glutamate. The FGAM synthase complex is composed of three subunits. PurQ produces an ammonia molecule by converting glutamine to glutamate. PurL transfers the ammonia molecule to FGAR to form FGAM in an ATP-dependent manner. PurS interacts with PurQ and PurL and is thought to assist in the transfer of the ammonia molecule from PurQ to PurL.
Belongs to the chorismate synthase family.
Catalyzes the anti-1,4-elimination of the C-3 phosphate and the C-6 proR hydrogen from 5-enolpyruvylshikimate-3-phosphate (EPSP) to yield chorismate, which is the branch point compound that serves as the starting substrate for the three terminal pathways of aromatic amino acid biosynthesis. This reaction introduces a second double bond into the aromatic ring system.
Belongs to the polypeptide deformylase family.
Removes the formyl group from the N-terminal Met of newly synthesized proteins. Requires at least a dipeptide for an efficient rate of reaction. N-terminal L-methionine is a prerequisite for activity but the enzyme has broad specificity at other positions.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uS10 family.
Involved in the binding of tRNA to the ribosomes.
Represses a number of genes involved in the response to DNA damage (SOS response), including recA and lexA. In the presence of single-stranded DNA, RecA interacts with LexA causing an autocatalytic cleavage which disrupts the DNA-binding part of LexA, leading to derepression of the SOS regulon and eventually DNA repair.
Belongs to the EPSP synthase family. MurA subfamily.
Cell wall formation. Adds enolpyruvyl to UDP-N-acetylglucosamine.
Belongs to the Mrp/NBP35 ATP-binding proteins family.
Binds and transfers iron-sulfur (Fe-S) clusters to target apoproteins. Can hydrolyze ATP.
In the C-terminal section; belongs to the Mrp/NBP35 ATP-binding proteins family.
In the N-terminal section; belongs to the MIP18 family.
Belongs to the ABC-4 integral membrane protein family. FtsX subfamily.
Forms a membrane-associated complex with FtsE.
Part of the ABC transporter FtsEX involved in cellular division.
Belongs to the CDP-alcohol phosphatidyltransferase class-I family.
Essential for recycling GMP and indirectly, cGMP.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uL5 family.
Part of the 50S ribosomal subunit; part of the 5S rRNA/L5/L18/L25 subcomplex. Contacts the 5S rRNA and the P site tRNA. Forms a bridge to the 30S subunit in the 70S ribosome.
This is 1 of the proteins that bind and probably mediate the attachment of the 5S RNA into the large ribosomal subunit, where it forms part of the central protuberance. In the 70S ribosome it contacts protein S13 of the 30S subunit (bridge B1b), connecting the 2 subunits; this bridge is implicated in subunit movement. Contacts the P site tRNA; the 5S rRNA and some of its associated proteins might help stabilize positioning of ribosome-bound tRNAs.
Belongs to the bacterial histone-like protein family.
Belongs to the RNA polymerase-binding protein RbpA family.
Binds to RNA polymerase (RNAP), stimulating transcription from principal, but not alternative sigma factor promoters.
Forms a complex with the RNAP catalytic core and with free principal sigma factors.
Belongs to the bacterial ribosomal protein bL27 family.
Component of the Sec protein translocase complex. Heterotrimer consisting of SecY, SecE and SecG subunits. The heterotrimers can form oligomers, although 1 heterotrimer is thought to be able to translocate proteins. Interacts with the ribosome. Interacts with SecDF, and other proteins may be involved. Interacts with SecA.
Essential subunit of the Sec protein translocation channel SecYEG. Clamps together the 2 halves of SecY. May contact the channel plug during translocation.
Catalyzes the conversion of 4-hydroxy-tetrahydrodipicolinate (HTPA) to tetrahydrodipicolinate.
Was originally thought to be a dihydrodipicolinate reductase (DHDPR), catalyzing the conversion of dihydrodipicolinate to tetrahydrodipicolinate. However, it was shown in E.coli that the substrate of the enzymatic reaction is not dihydrodipicolinate (DHDP) but in fact (2S,4S)-4-hydroxy-2,3,4,5-tetrahydrodipicolinic acid (HTPA), the product released by the DapA-catalyzed reaction.
Belongs to the ABC-2 integral membrane protein family.
Belongs to the radical SAM superfamily. RlmN family.
Binds 1 [4Fe-4S] cluster. The cluster is coordinated with 3 cysteines and an exchangeable S-adenosyl-L-methionine.
Reaction proceeds by a ping-pong mechanism involving intermediate methylation of a conserved cysteine residue.
Specifically methylates position 2 of adenine 2503 in 23S rRNA and position 2 of adenine 37 in tRNAs.
Belongs to the complex I subunit 4L family.
Belongs to the RNA polymerase alpha chain family.
DNA-dependent RNA polymerase catalyzes the transcription of DNA into RNA using the four ribonucleoside triphosphates as substrates.
Homodimer. The RNAP catalytic core consists of 2 alpha, 1 beta, 1 beta' and 1 omega subunit. When a sigma factor is associated with the core the holoenzyme is formed, which can initiate transcription.
The N-terminal domain is essential for RNAP assembly and basal transcription, whereas the C-terminal domain is involved in interaction with transcriptional regulators and with upstream promoter elements.
Essential cell division protein that forms a contractile ring structure (Z ring) at the future cell division site. The regulation of the ring assembly controls the timing and the location of cell division. One of the functions of the FtsZ ring is to recruit other cell division proteins to the septum to produce a new cell wall between the dividing cells. Binds GTP and shows GTPase activity.
Homodimer. Polymerizes to form a dynamic ring structure in a strictly GTP-dependent manner. Interacts directly with several other division proteins.
Belongs to the universal ribosomal protein uS8 family.
One of the primary rRNA binding proteins, it binds directly to 16S rRNA central domain where it helps coordinate assembly of the platform of the 30S subunit.
Part of the 30S ribosomal subunit. Contacts proteins S5 and S12.
Catalyzes the condensation of (S)-aspartate-beta-semialdehyde [(S)-ASA] and pyruvate to 4-hydroxy-tetrahydrodipicolinate (HTPA).
Was originally thought to be a dihydrodipicolinate synthase (DHDPS), catalyzing the condensation of (S)-aspartate-beta-semialdehyde [(S)-ASA] and pyruvate to dihydrodipicolinate (DHDP). However, it was shown in E.coli that the product of the enzymatic reaction is not dihydrodipicolinate but in fact (4S)-4-hydroxy-2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-(2S)-dipicolinic acid (HTPA), and that the consecutive dehydration reaction leading to DHDP is not spontaneous but catalyzed by DapB.
Catalyzes the reversible phosphorylation of UMP to UDP.