Biochemical and Biological Studies on the Growth of an RNA Containing Bacteriophage

Author

Stephen Cooper

Date of Award

1963

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

RU Laboratory

Zinder Laboratory

Abstract

The growth of the RNA-containing bacteriophage f2 has been studied. DNA synthesis appears normal after phage infection. It is possible to dissociate the synthesis of viral RNA from the synthesis of DNA using thymineless bacteria with fluorinated pyrimidines and Mitomycin C as inhibitors of DNA synthesis. It is concluded that the growth of f2 is independent of DNA synthesis.

Comments

A thesis submitted to the Faculty of The Rockefeller Institute in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy

Recommended Citation

Cooper, Stephen, "Biochemical and Biological Studies on the Growth of an RNA Containing Bacteriophage" (1963). Student Theses and Dissertations. 578.
https://digitalcommons.rockefeller.edu/student_theses_and_dissertations/578