Welcome to microbe.cards

This platform represents an effort to synchronize phenotypic information for microbes. We have applied and collected various models, primarily Large Language Model (LLM) based, to predict phenotypes and compare these predictions to high-quality phenotypes documented in scientific literature or phenotyping studies. For each microbe, we've generated a "card" page that collects this information and illustrates how the predictions overlap with ground truth. Additionally, we provide model performance estimates for widely used public LLM models based on these high-quality data. Use the search functionality below to explore these microbe cards and compare predictions with documented phenotypes.

Total Species with high-quality annotations

19163

Species with Additional AI-based Predictions

3884

Evaluated Phenotypes

14

Evaluated Models

18

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Microbe of the Day: Leptospira noguchii

Leptospira noguchii is a species of spirochete bacteria that is particularly notable for its role in causing leptospirosis, a zoonotic disease that affects both humans and animals. This organism is part of the genus Leptospira, which is characterized by its unique helical shape and ability to thrive in a variety of environmental conditions. One of the most interesting aspects of Leptospira noguchii is its pathogenic potential. It is known to infect a wide range of mammalian hosts, including livestock, pets, and wildlife, making it a significant concern for both public health and veterinary medicine. The bacterium can be transmitted through direct contact with the urine of infected animals or through contaminated water and soil, highlighting its environmental resilience. From a research perspective, Leptospira noguchii is valuable due to its complex life cycle and adaptation mechanisms. It can survive in both host organisms and external environments, which requires a sophisticated set of genes for environmental sensing, motility, and immune evasion. Studies on this bacterium have provided insights into bacterial pathogenesis, host-pathogen interactions, and the development of diagnostic tools and vaccines. Moreover, Leptospira noguchii has been a subject of interest in the study of emerging infectious diseases. Its ability to cause outbreaks in both rural and urban settings underscores the need for ongoing surveillance and research to understand its epidemiology and develop effective control measures. In summary, Leptospira noguchii is a highly adaptable and pathogenic bacterium with significant implications for public health, veterinary science, and environmental biology. Its study continues to reveal important information about bacterial survival strategies, disease mechanisms, and potential interventions.

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Annotation types:
Phenotype Status
Motility LLM-based
Gram staining Literature-based
Aerophilicity Literature-based
Extreme environment tole… Literature-based
Biofilm formation Literature-based
Animal pathogenicity Literature-based
Biosafety level Literature-based
Health association LLM-based
Host association Literature-based
Plant pathogenicity Literature-based
Spore formation LLM-based
Hemolysis LLM-based
Cell shape Literature-based