Adaptive strategies of Listeria monocytogenes: An in-depth analysis of the virulent strain involved in an outbreak in Italy through quantitative proteomics
Mirella Luciani , Ivanka Krasteva , Maria Schirone , Federica D'Onofrio , Luigi Iannetti , Marina Torresi , Chiara Di Pancrazio , Fabrizia Perletta , Silvia Valentinuzzi , Manuela Tittarelli , Francesco Pomilio , Nicola D'Alterio , Antonello Paparella , Piero Del Boccio
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Abstract
Despite the general classification of L. monocytogenes strains as equally virulent by global safety authorities, molecular epidemiology reveals diverse subtypes in food, processing environments, and clinical cases. This study focuses on a highly virulent strain associated with a listeriosis outbreak in Italy in 2022, providing insights through comprehensive foodomics approaches, with a specific emphasis on quantitative proteomics. In particular, the ST155 strain of L. monocytogenes strain was subjected in vitro to growth stress conditions (NaCl 2.4 %, pH 6.2, T 12 °C), mimicking the conditions present in the frankfurter, its original source. Then, the protein expression patterns were compared with those obtained in optimal growth conditions.
Through quantitative proteomic analysis and bioinformatic assessment, different proteins associated with virulence during the exponential growth phase were identified. This study unveils unique proteins specific to each environment, providing insights into how L. monocytogenes adapts to conditions that are similar to those encountered in frankfurters. This investigation contributes valuable insights into the adaptive strategies of L. monocytogenes under stressful conditions, with implications for enhancing food safety practices.
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The International Journal of Food Microbiology publishes papers dealing with all aspects of food microbiology. Articles must present information that is novel, has high impact and interest, and is of high scientific quality. They should provide scientific or technological advancement in the specific field of interest of the journal and enhance its strong international reputation. Preliminary or confirmatory results as well as contributions not strictly related to food microbiology will not be considered for publication.