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View article: Modulation of the <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> quorum sensing cascade by MexT-regulated factors
Modulation of the <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> quorum sensing cascade by MexT-regulated factors Open
Pseudomonas aeruginosa (Pa ) uses quorum sensing (QS), a cell-cell communication system that enables it to sense cell density and alter gene expression. Pa has three complete QS circuits controlled by the regulators LasR, RhlR, and PqsR, w…
View article: PqsE has a conserved sequence, yet a variable impact in <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i>
PqsE has a conserved sequence, yet a variable impact in <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> Open
Pseudomonas aeruginosa is an opportunistic pathogen responsible for several acute and chronic infections. The production of many of its virulence factors is tightly regulated by three interlinked quorum sensing (QS) systems named las , rhl…
View article: Microbial Primer: Biosurfactants – the ABCs of microbial surface-active metabolites
Microbial Primer: Biosurfactants – the ABCs of microbial surface-active metabolites Open
Microbial surfactants (biosurfactants) are low-molecular-weight amphiphilic secondary metabolites synthesized by a wide range of micro-organisms, including bacteria, yeasts and fungi. These compounds reduce surface and interfacial tension,…
View article: Characterization of Immunity-Inducing Rhizobacteria Highlights Diversity in Plant–Microbe Interactions
Characterization of Immunity-Inducing Rhizobacteria Highlights Diversity in Plant–Microbe Interactions Open
The narrow region of soil surrounding roots (rhizosphere) contains an astonishing diversity of microorganisms. Some rhizosphere bacteria can improve plant health and immunity, via direct competition with pathogens or by establishing height…
View article: Acceptability and safety of a probiotic beverage supplementation (Bio-K +) and feasibility of the proposed protocol in children with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder
Acceptability and safety of a probiotic beverage supplementation (Bio-K +) and feasibility of the proposed protocol in children with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder Open
View article: PqsE is conserved and functionally relevant in <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i>
PqsE is conserved and functionally relevant in <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> Open
The bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa is an opportunistic pathogen responsible for several acute and chronic infections. It produces a diverse array of virulence and survival determinants, many of which are tightly regulated by three interl…
View article: Acceptability and safety of a probiotic beverage supplementation (Bio-K+) and feasibility of the proposed protocol in children with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder
Acceptability and safety of a probiotic beverage supplementation (Bio-K+) and feasibility of the proposed protocol in children with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder Open
Background. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a group of neurodevelopmental disorders defined by stereotyped behavior and challenges in social communication and social interaction. ASD is associated with various comorbidities, including an…
View article: Quorum sensing and DNA methylation play active roles in clinical <i>Burkholderia</i> phase variation
Quorum sensing and DNA methylation play active roles in clinical <i>Burkholderia</i> phase variation Open
Phenotypic diversity in bacteria often results from adaptation to changing environmental conditions, exemplified by variable colony morphotypes. In Burkholderia pseudomallei , discrete genomic alterations and modulation of gene expression …
View article: Void engineering to promote the self-cleaning properties of bactericidal zinc oxide nanopillar array coatings
Void engineering to promote the self-cleaning properties of bactericidal zinc oxide nanopillar array coatings Open
Engineering the void spaces within nanopillar arrays allows for control of hydrophobicity without compromising antibacterial activity. A new ZnO nano-porcupine (NP) topology is reported.
View article: Growth-Promoting and Biocontrol Features of Pantoea Ananatis Brt175 in Tomato
Growth-Promoting and Biocontrol Features of Pantoea Ananatis Brt175 in Tomato Open
View article: Disinfection of sink drains to reduce a source of three opportunistic pathogens, during Serratia marcescens clusters in a neonatal intensive care unit
Disinfection of sink drains to reduce a source of three opportunistic pathogens, during Serratia marcescens clusters in a neonatal intensive care unit Open
Objective Evaluate the effects of five disinfection methods on bacterial concentrations in hospital sink drains, focusing on three opportunistic pathogens (OPs): Serratia marcescens , Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Stenotrophomonas maltophilia…
View article: Editorial: Microbial biosurfactants: updates on their biosynthesis, production and applications
Editorial: Microbial biosurfactants: updates on their biosynthesis, production and applications Open
EDITORIAL article Front. Bioeng. Biotechnol., 05 June 2024Sec. Industrial Biotechnology Volume 12 - 2024 | https://doi.org/10.3389/fbioe.2024.1433035
View article: Characterization of immunity-inducing rhizobacteria highlights diversity in plant-microbe interactions
Characterization of immunity-inducing rhizobacteria highlights diversity in plant-microbe interactions Open
The narrow region of soil surrounding roots (rhizosphere) contains an astonishing diversity of microorganisms. Some rhizosphere bacteria can improve plant health and immunity, via direct competition with pathogens or by establishing height…
View article: Temperature-responsive control of<i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i>virulence determinants through the stabilization of quorum sensing transcriptional regulator RhlR
Temperature-responsive control of<i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i>virulence determinants through the stabilization of quorum sensing transcriptional regulator RhlR Open
The versatile bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa thrives in diverse environments and is notably recognized for its role as an opportunistic pathogen. In line with its adaptability, P. aeruginosa produces various exoproducts crucial for survi…
View article: The end of the reign of a “master regulator’’? A defect in function of the LasR quorum sensing regulator is a common feature of <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> isolates
The end of the reign of a “master regulator’’? A defect in function of the LasR quorum sensing regulator is a common feature of <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> isolates Open
Pseudomonas aeruginosa , a bacterium causing infections in immunocompromised individuals, regulates several of its virulence functions using three interlinked quorum sensing (QS) systems ( las , rhl , and pqs ). Despite its presumed import…
View article: High-Throughput Short Sequence Typing Schemes for Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Stenotrophomonas maltophilia Pure Culture and Environmental DNA
High-Throughput Short Sequence Typing Schemes for Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Stenotrophomonas maltophilia Pure Culture and Environmental DNA Open
Molecular typing techniques are utilized to determine genetic similarities between bacterial isolates. However, the use of environmental DNA profiling to assess epidemiologic links between patients and their environment has not been fully …
View article: Inhibition of <scp>PQS</scp> signaling by the Pf bacteriophage protein <scp>PfsE</scp> enhances viral replication in <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i>
Inhibition of <span>PQS</span> signaling by the Pf bacteriophage protein <span>PfsE</span> enhances viral replication in <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> Open
Quorum sensing, a bacterial signaling system that coordinates group behaviors as a function of cell density, plays an important role in regulating viral (phage) defense mechanisms in bacteria. The opportunistic pathogen Pseudomonas aerugin…
View article: Simple method for quantification of anionic biosurfactants in aqueous solutions
Simple method for quantification of anionic biosurfactants in aqueous solutions Open
Biosurfactants are microbial products that have applications as cleaning agents, emulsifiers, and dispersants. Detection and quantification of biosurfactants can be done by various methods, including colorimetric tests, high performance li…
View article: Surface growth of <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> reveals a regulatory effect of 3-oxo-C <sub>12</sub> -homoserine lactone in the absence of its cognate receptor, LasR
Surface growth of <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> reveals a regulatory effect of 3-oxo-C <sub>12</sub> -homoserine lactone in the absence of its cognate receptor, LasR Open
Successful colonization of a multitude of ecological niches by the bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa relies on its ability to respond to concentrations of self-produced signal molecules. This intercellular communication system known as quor…
View article: High-Throughput Short Sequence Typing Schemes for<i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i>and<i>Stenotrophomonas maltophilia</i>pure culture and environmental DNA
High-Throughput Short Sequence Typing Schemes for<i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i>and<i>Stenotrophomonas maltophilia</i>pure culture and environmental DNA Open
Molecular typing techniques are employed to determine the genetic similarities between bacterial isolates. These methods primarily utilize specific genetic markers or analyze the complete genome sequence of pure bacterial cultures. However…
View article: Bacillus velezensis and Paenibacillus peoriae Strains Effective as Biocontrol Agents against Xanthomonas Bacterial Spot
Bacillus velezensis and Paenibacillus peoriae Strains Effective as Biocontrol Agents against Xanthomonas Bacterial Spot Open
Gram-negative bacteria belonging to the Xanthomonas genus include plant pathogens representing a major challenge in the field of agriculture for a wide variety of economically important crops, such as tomato, pepper, and lettuce. Due to th…
View article: Inhibition of PQS signaling by the Pf bacteriophage protein PfsE enhances viral replication in<i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i>
Inhibition of PQS signaling by the Pf bacteriophage protein PfsE enhances viral replication in<i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> Open
Quorum sensing, a bacterial signaling system that coordinates group behaviors as a function of cell density, plays an important role in regulating viral (phage) defense mechanisms in bacteria. The opportunistic pathogen Pseudomonas aerugin…
View article: Serratia marcescens Colonization in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Has Multiple Sources, with Sink Drains as a Major Reservoir
Serratia marcescens Colonization in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Has Multiple Sources, with Sink Drains as a Major Reservoir Open
The bacterium Serratia marcescens is an important opportunistic human pathogen that thrives in many environments, can become multidrug resistant, and is often involved in nosocomial outbreaks in neonatal intensive care units (NICU). We eva…
View article: Surface growth of<i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i>reveals a regulatory effect of 3- oxo-C<sub>12</sub>-homoserine lactone in absence of its cognate receptor, LasR
Surface growth of<i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i>reveals a regulatory effect of 3- oxo-C<sub>12</sub>-homoserine lactone in absence of its cognate receptor, LasR Open
Successful colonization of a multitude of ecological niches by the bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa relies on its ability to respond to concentrations of self-produced signal molecules. This intercellular communication system known as quor…
View article: Adaptive Radioresistance of Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli O157:H7 Results in Genomic Loss of Shiga Toxin-Encoding Prophages
Adaptive Radioresistance of Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli O157:H7 Results in Genomic Loss of Shiga Toxin-Encoding Prophages Open
Gamma irradiation of food products can provide an effective means of eliminating bacterial pathogens such as enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli (EHEC) O157:H7, a significant foodborne pathogen that can cause severe disease due to the produ…
View article: Emergence of Small Colony Variants Is an Adaptive Strategy Used by Pseudomonas aeruginosa to Mitigate the Effects of Redox Imbalance
Emergence of Small Colony Variants Is an Adaptive Strategy Used by Pseudomonas aeruginosa to Mitigate the Effects of Redox Imbalance Open
The bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa is an opportunistic pathogen that thrives in many environments. It poses a significant health concern, notably because it is a causative agent of nosocomial infections and the most prevalent pathogen fo…
View article: Community composition shapes microbial-specific phenotypes in a cystic fibrosis polymicrobial model system
Community composition shapes microbial-specific phenotypes in a cystic fibrosis polymicrobial model system Open
Interspecies interactions can drive the emergence of unexpected microbial phenotypes that are not observed when studying monocultures. The cystic fibrosis (CF) lung consists of a complex environment where microbes, living as polymicrobial …
View article: Structural Characterization of a Nonionic Rhamnolipid from Burkholderia Lata
Structural Characterization of a Nonionic Rhamnolipid from Burkholderia Lata Open
View article: Author response: Community composition shapes microbial-specific phenotypes in a cystic fibrosis polymicrobial model system
Author response: Community composition shapes microbial-specific phenotypes in a cystic fibrosis polymicrobial model system Open
Article Figures and data Abstract Editor's evaluation Introduction Results Discussion Materials and methods Data availability References Decision letter Author response Article and author information Metrics Abstract Interspecies interacti…
View article: 1193. Disinfection of the Sink Drains to Reduce a Source of <i>Serratia marcescens</i> During Infection Outbreaks in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
1193. Disinfection of the Sink Drains to Reduce a Source of <i>Serratia marcescens</i> During Infection Outbreaks in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Open
Background Sink drains are known reservoirs of pathogens and have been associated with multiple nosocomial outbreaks. In this study, the distribution of Serratia marcescens was investigated within the sink environment of a NICU and in colo…