Investigating the Unique Chemical Arsenal of a Plant Disease-Causing Bacterium
Jenn Hoskins
8th May, 2024
Image Source: Natural Science News, 2024
Key Findings
- Researchers at Memorial University of Newfoundland found that the bacterium Streptomyces sp. 11-1-2 produces various compounds that can inhibit the growth of other organisms
- The study revealed that one compound, elaiophylin, increases the toxicity of other bacterial toxins against plants and microbes
- These findings highlight Streptomyces' potential as a source for discovering new bioactive substances, with implications for antibiotic development
References
Main Study
1) Exploring the specialized metabolome of the plant pathogen Streptomyces sp. 11-1-2.
Published 6th May, 2024
https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-60630-5
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