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Our planet is inhabited by an estimated 2.5 million species of fungi, of which fewer than 10% have been scientifically described. Some of the most understudied yet remarkable fungal species are those capable of parasitizing …
Read PDFRibosomal RNAs (rRNAs) serve as species-defining markers and undergo processing steps, such as excision of intervening sequences (IVSs). Direct analysis of native rRNAs is hampered by enzyme-induced biases and by the high conservation of rRNA …
Read PDFBacterial infections remain a major global health burden, further exacerbated by the rapid emergence of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), which increases the need for accurate and timely etiological diagnosis. Conventional culture-based methods are limited by prolonged …
Read PDF<h4>Introduction</h4><i>Synchytrium endobioticum</i>, the biotrophic pathogen causing potato wart, poses persistent challenges due to its long-term soil survival and quarantine status. Biological control agents (BCAs) offer a promising avenue for sustainable management, yet the ecological context …
Read PDF<h4>Background</h4>The human gut virome is a fundamental yet understudied component of the intestinal microbiome. However, its taxonomic composition and functional potential in Latin American populations remain poorly understood, particularly under clinical stressors such as hospitalization …
Read PDFSpoladea recurvalis is a major pest of amaranth, capable of causing up to 100% yield loss if not controlled. Current control measures rely on synthetic chemicals; however, these chemicals are unsafe due to the crop’s …
Read PDFThe data presented in this study are metagenomic profiles of human gut microbiome deduced from frozen fecal samples using two different sequencing chemistries namely, Illumina and Oxford Nanopore Technologies (ONT). The generated data is obtained …
Read PDF<h4>Background</h4>Timely and accurate identification of bloodstream pathogens is critical for targeted antimicrobial therapy in sepsis. Conventional blood cultures remain the Standard-of-Care (SoC) for pathogen identification but are limited by low sensitivity and prolonged turnaround times, …
Read PDFWhile chemical fertilizers (CF) ensure rapid crop growth, relying exclusively on them can disrupt natural nutrient cycling and lead to environmental concerns such as nutrient imbalance. In contrast, organic amendments offer a sustainable alternative by …
Read PDF<h4>Background</h4>Intracranial infections are severe, life-threatening conditions often caused by diverse pathogens. Targeted nanopore sequencing (TNPseq) offers rapid and accurate pathogen identification, addressing the limitations of traditional diagnostic methods. Besides the pathogen types, factors like inflammation …
Read PDFThe Oxford Nanopore platform and nanopore sequencing are gaining increasing popularity in modern metagenomic research. However, there is a limited set of dedicated tools for analyzing this type of data. The tools used for nanopore …
Read PDFA Gram-stain-negative, strictly aerobic, non-motile, non-flagellated and rod-shaped bacterium, strain MW10<sup>T</sup>, was isolated from freshwater in South Korea. The strain exhibited catalase-negative and oxidase-positive activities and grew at 15-35 °C (optimum, 25 °C), pH 6.0-9.0 …
Read PDFAnaerobic degradation of aromatic hydrocarbons such as toluene plays a critical role in the natural and engineered attenuation of contaminated environments. Here, we developed and characterized a microbial consortium enriched under strictly anoxic conditions, capable …
Read PDFBACKGROUND: Bats are recognised as reservoirs for a wide range of microorganisms, including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites, some of which are of zoonotic concern. The common vampire bat (Desmodus rotundus) is particularly important due …
Read PDFBioinformatics plays a crucial role in bacterial genomics and metagenomics research, transforming our understanding of microbial communities and their functions [...].
Read PDFGastric dysbiosis, characterized by shifts in the microbial composition, has been increasingly associated with the development of gastric cancer, the fifth leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide and the second in Chile, yet its characterization …
Read PDFAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder marked by difficulties in communication, social interaction, and restricted, repetitive behaviors. The gut microbiota has emerged as a key factor in the gut-brain axis relevant to …
Read PDF<h4>Background</h4>Symptomatic apical periodontitis (SAP) is a painful inflammatory disease driven by root canal infection. A detailed understanding of its microbial ecology, compared to a noninfectious baseline, is needed.<h4>Aims</h4>This study aimed to characterize the microbial ecology …
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