Research in microbiologyPub Date : 2025-07-01Epub Date: 2025-04-02DOI: 10.1016/j.resmic.2025.104297
Eun Gyeong Lee, Ki Hong Kim
{"title":"Transposition of transposable element IS1 in Edwardsiella piscicida mutant generated by CRISPR/Cas9 along with λ-Red recombineering system","authors":"Eun Gyeong Lee, Ki Hong Kim","doi":"10.1016/j.resmic.2025.104297","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.resmic.2025.104297","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study aimed to investigate unintended mutations introduced by the CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing system in <em>Edwardsiella piscicida</em>. Whole-genome sequencing was conducted on the wild-type <em>E. piscicida NH1</em> and its alanine racemase knockout mutants (<em>E. piscicida Δalr325 NH1</em> and <em>E. piscicida Δalr50 NH1</em>) generated using CRISPR/Cas9 with a λ-Red recombineering system. Comparative genomic analyses revealed that the insertion sequence 1 (IS1) transpositions occurred in the CRISPR/Cas9-edited mutants, disrupting the type I restriction-modification system subunit M gene, in addition to the targeted gene deletion. Interestingly, no IS1 transpositions were detected in mutants produced via conventional plasmid-based allelic exchange, indicating the potential link between CRISPR/Cas9-mediated editing and transposition events. These results suggest that genome editing via CRISPR/Cas9 could trigger IS1 transposition, potentially due to double-stranded DNA breaks. The lack of sequence similarity between the single guide RNA (sgRNA) and the transposed regions suggests that transpositions are not CRISPR/Cas9 off-target effects. This study provides evidence of interactions between mobile genetic elements and genome editing systems, requiring further investigation into their underlying mechanisms.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":21098,"journal":{"name":"Research in microbiology","volume":"176 5","pages":"Article 104297"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143788846","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Oscar Salgado, Oscar Martínez, Yessica Rivas, Felipe Loyola-Ahumada
{"title":"Highly specific virus-host linkages in mesothermophilic and circumneutral hot springs microbial communities.","authors":"Oscar Salgado, Oscar Martínez, Yessica Rivas, Felipe Loyola-Ahumada","doi":"10.1016/j.resmic.2025.104300","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.resmic.2025.104300","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Microbial communities in hot springs are distributed globally and have been extensively characterized regarding their diversity and composition. However, most studies have focused on cellular microbes, with relatively few addressing viruses, and even fewer examining virus-host ecology. Furthermore, research on viral communities and virus-host interactions has predominantly targeted extremely thermophilic environments, leaving mesothermophilic (40-80 °C) and circumneutral (pH 6-8) hot spring less explored. Here, we describe virus-host linkages using 37 metagenomic datasets obtained from 14 mesothermophilic and circumneutral hot springs. A parallel analysis of hot spring habitats-sediment, microbial mat, and water-employing diversity metrics, network analyses, and machine learning for virus-host pair identification revealed that viral communities appear to be more endemic than their hosts. Additionally, certain host taxa were identified as differentially abundant across habitats, some corresponding to specific hubs in the network analyses. Most viruses were linked to hosts within the same metagenome, with only a small fraction classified as cosmopolitan. Furthermore, nearly all virus-host pairs were exclusive to a single habitat type-sediment, microbial mat, or water. These findings suggests that virus-host linkages in mesothermophilic and circumneutral hot springs are highly specific, reflecting ecological adaptation within habitat niches.</p>","PeriodicalId":21098,"journal":{"name":"Research in microbiology","volume":" ","pages":"104300"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2025-06-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144302777","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Exacerbation of virulence of multi-drug resistant Escherichia coli O104:H4 by subinhibitory concentrations of ampicillin","authors":"Yaraymi Ortiz, Vianey Lechuga, Carolina Ortiz, Eduardo Palomino, Eduardo Franco, Norma Heredia, Santos García","doi":"10.1016/j.resmic.2025.104266","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.resmic.2025.104266","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Little is known about how subinhibitory concentrations of antibiotics to which bacteria are resistant affect bacterial virulence. In this study, the effect of subinhibitory concentrations of ampicillin on the virulence of <em>E. coli</em> O104:H4 was analyzed. Bacteria were pre-exposed to 0.1, 0.3, or 0.5 mg/mL of ampicillin in LB media and incubated for 4 h at 37 °C. Transformation capacity (using plasmids and PCR-amplified DNA sequences), swarming motility, biofilm production, curli formation, and virulence gene expression were determined. Ampicillin increased the transformation of <em>E. coli</em> O104:H4, with the highest number of transformants (>10<sup>4</sup> CFU/ng DNA; <em>p</em> ≤ 0.05) detected after exposure to DNA sequences of spectinomycin. In addition, bacteria pre-treated with 0.5 mg/mL of ampicillin exhibited higher swarming motility (7.6 cm, vs 6.0 cm for control; <em>p</em> ≤ 0.05) and biofilm production (up to 1.9-fold; <em>p</em> ≤ 0.05) when subsequently exposed to 0.1 and 0.3 mg/mL of antibiotic compared with the control. Also, significant overexpression of the virulence-related genes <em>flhC</em> (≤16.1-fold), <em>fliA</em> (≤22.1-fold), <em>csgA</em> (≤3.6-fold), <em>csgD</em> (≤9.1-fold), <em>stx2a</em> (≤32.2-fold), and the antibiotic resistance gene <em>blaTEM-1</em> (≤5.5-fold) was observed. In conclusion, ampicillin-resistant <em>E. coli</em> O104:H4 increased the expression of its virulence factors when exposed to most subinhibitory concentrations of ampicillin analyzed in this study.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":21098,"journal":{"name":"Research in microbiology","volume":"176 3","pages":"Article 104266"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142966467","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Research in microbiologyPub Date : 2025-03-01Epub Date: 2025-01-11DOI: 10.1016/j.resmic.2025.104267
Giorgio Silva-Santana
{"title":"Staphylococcus aureus: Dynamics of pathogenicity and antimicrobial-resistance in hospital and community environments - Comprehensive overview","authors":"Giorgio Silva-Santana","doi":"10.1016/j.resmic.2025.104267","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.resmic.2025.104267","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study reviews <em>Staphylococcus aureus</em>, a significant pathogen in both hospital and community-acquired infections, addressing its epidemiology, pathogenesis, and antimicrobial resistance. It highlights virulence mechanisms, such as adhesion factors, toxins, enzymes, and biofilms, which contribute to survival and immune evasion. The spread of resistance occurs through the transfer of mobile genetic elements like SCC<em>mec</em> and genetic mutations. The analysis also compares hospital and community strains, including multidrug-resistant lineages like MRSA, VISA, and VRSA. The study concludes that <em>S. aureus</em> presents a major public health challenge, requiring new therapeutic approaches and preventive strategies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":21098,"journal":{"name":"Research in microbiology","volume":"176 3","pages":"Article 104267"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142979843","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Research in microbiologyPub Date : 2025-03-01Epub Date: 2024-12-17DOI: 10.1016/j.resmic.2024.104265
Léa Thoraval , Jennifer Varin-Simon , Xavier Ohl , Frédéric Velard , Fany Reffuveille , Min Tang-Fichaux
{"title":"Cutibacterium acnes and its complex host interaction in prosthetic joint infection: Current insights and future directions","authors":"Léa Thoraval , Jennifer Varin-Simon , Xavier Ohl , Frédéric Velard , Fany Reffuveille , Min Tang-Fichaux","doi":"10.1016/j.resmic.2024.104265","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.resmic.2024.104265","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div><em>Cutibacterium acnes</em> is a commensal Gram-positive anaerobic bacterium that can also act as an opportunistic pathogen in various diseases, particularly in prosthetic joint infections (PJI). Throughout this review, we delve into the current understanding of the intricate interactions between <em>C. acnes</em> and host cells and discuss bacterial persistence in the host. <em>C. acnes</em> colonization and subsequent PJI set-up represent complex processes involving bacterial adhesion, immune recognition, and host response mechanisms. We highlight existing knowledge and gaps in specific host-pathogen interactions and stress the importance of acquiring additional information to develop targeted strategies for preventing and treating <em>C. acnes</em>-related PIJ.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":21098,"journal":{"name":"Research in microbiology","volume":"176 3","pages":"Article 104265"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142865475","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Research in microbiologyPub Date : 2025-03-01Epub Date: 2024-12-06DOI: 10.1016/j.resmic.2024.104263
Ana L. Wevar Oller , Gonzalo Torres Tejerizo , Paola P. Pereira , Romina del Pilar Pramparo , Elizabeth Agostini
{"title":"Characterization and identification of Pseudomonas sp. AW4, an arsenic-resistant and plant growth-promoting bacteria isolated from the soybean (Glycine max L.) rhizosphere","authors":"Ana L. Wevar Oller , Gonzalo Torres Tejerizo , Paola P. Pereira , Romina del Pilar Pramparo , Elizabeth Agostini","doi":"10.1016/j.resmic.2024.104263","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.resmic.2024.104263","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div><em>Pseudomonas</em> sp. AW4 is a highly arsenic (As) resistant bacterium with plant growth promoting properties, originally isolated from the soybean (<em>Glycine</em> max L.) rhizosphere. In order to safely use this isolate in diverse bioformulations, its characterization needs to be completed and a reliable identification must be provided. In the present work, we analyzed the morpho-physiological, biochemical and genomic characteristics of <em>Pseudomonas</em> sp. AW4. Identification of the isolate varied according to the parameters analyzed, mainly biochemical and physiological tests or individual genes and phylogenetic analyses. In this regard, we performed massive sequencing of its genome, in order to consistently complete its characterization and identification. <em>Pseudomonas</em> sp. AW4 formed a monophyletic clade with <em>P. urmiensis</em> SWRI10, presenting 3.08 % of unique genes against this reference isolate. More than 70 % of AW4 genes were also shared with <em>P. oryziphila</em> strain 1257 NZ and with <em>P. reidholzensis</em> strain CCOS 865. The search for genes related to As resistance evidenced the presence of the operon <em>arsHRBC</em>. Taken together, results of the present work allow identification of this bacterium as <em>Pseudomonas urmiensis</em> AW4 and open up a number of opportunities to study this strain and understand the mechanisms of arsenic resistance and plant growth promotion.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":21098,"journal":{"name":"Research in microbiology","volume":"176 3","pages":"Article 104263"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142795021","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Research in microbiologyPub Date : 2025-03-01Epub Date: 2025-01-17DOI: 10.1016/j.resmic.2025.104279
Souleima Dhahbi, Jeonghee Lee, Dohee Ryu, Ganiyu Akinniyi, Inho Yang
{"title":"Actinomycetes studies in Tunisia","authors":"Souleima Dhahbi, Jeonghee Lee, Dohee Ryu, Ganiyu Akinniyi, Inho Yang","doi":"10.1016/j.resmic.2025.104279","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.resmic.2025.104279","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Tunisia, located in North Africa, has a diverse topography along the Mediterranean Sea to the Sahara Desert. These environments encompass oases, rhizosphere soils, desert deposits, saline wetlands, offshore oilrigs, and ancient monument rocks. The country's varied environments have led to the isolation of a multitude of actinomycetes. A phylogenetic analysis based on the 16S rRNA sequences of one hundred isolated actinomycetes strains revealed that the majority belong to the genus <em>Streptomyces</em>. Secondary metabolite studies from these actinomycetes yielded 33 natural products. Notably, compound <strong>12</strong>, 3-<em>O</em>-methylviridicatin, exhibited antitumor activity and suppressed HIV expression. This showcases Tunisia's potential for natural product research.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":21098,"journal":{"name":"Research in microbiology","volume":"176 3","pages":"Article 104279"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143010809","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Novel insights into Bacillus thuringiensis: Beyond its role as a bioinsecticide","authors":"Gholamreza Salehi Jouzani , Reza Sharafi , Leandris Argentel-Martínez , Ofelda Peñuelas-Rubio , Ceyda Ozkan , Bengisu Incegul , Rana Goksu , Zehra Hayta , Deniz Yilki , Beyza Yazici , Vildan Hancer , Estibaliz Sansinenea , Jae-Ho Shin , A. El-Shabasy , Ugur Azizoglu","doi":"10.1016/j.resmic.2024.104264","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.resmic.2024.104264","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This review explores the diverse applications of <em>Bacillus thuringiensis</em> (<em>Bt</em>) beyond its traditional role as a bioinsecticide. <em>Bt</em> produces a variety of compounds with distinct chemical structures and biological activities. These include antimicrobial agents effective against plant pathogens and bioactive compounds that promote plant growth through the production of siderophores, hormones, and enzymes. Additionally, <em>Bt</em>'s industrial potential is highlighted, encompassing biofuel production, bioplastics, nanoparticle synthesis, food preservation, anticancer therapies, and heavy metal bioremediation. This critical analysis emphasizes recent advancements and applications, providing insights into <em>Bt</em>'s role in sustainable agriculture, biotechnology, and environmental management.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":21098,"journal":{"name":"Research in microbiology","volume":"176 3","pages":"Article 104264"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142828696","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Research in microbiologyPub Date : 2025-03-01Epub Date: 2024-11-28DOI: 10.1016/j.resmic.2024.104262
Ouassila Bekkal Brikci-Benhabib
{"title":"Navigating dual-species fungal biofilms: The competitive and cooperative dynamics of Candida albicans","authors":"Ouassila Bekkal Brikci-Benhabib","doi":"10.1016/j.resmic.2024.104262","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.resmic.2024.104262","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Research on microbial biofilms has primarily concentrated on bacterial-bacterial and bacterial-fungal interactions, leaving fungal-fungal dynamics underexplored. The present study examines interactions within dual-species fungal biofilms, with a particular emphasis on Candida albicans. The behavior and pathogenicity of this yeast are significantly influenced by its interactions with other fungal species in biofilms, where its ability to shift between yeast and hyphal forms contributes significantly to biofilm formation. These fungal species biofilms exhibit a complex interplay of synergistic cooperation and antagonistic competition, depending on the environmental context and resource availability. Understanding these interactions is essential for advancing our knowledge of fungal biofilm.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":21098,"journal":{"name":"Research in microbiology","volume":"176 3","pages":"Article 104262"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142771900","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}