Pseudarthrobacter oxydans

General Information

Pseudarthrobacter oxydans is a fascinating microorganism that belongs to the genus Pseudarthrobacter. This bacterium is particularly interesting due to its remarkable metabolic versatility and its ability to degrade a wide range of organic compounds. One of the most notable features of Pseudarthrobacter oxydans is its capacity to oxidize various aromatic compounds, which makes it a valuable candidate for bioremediation applications. In addition to its environmental significance, Pseudarthrobacter oxydans has been studied for its potential in biotechnological processes. The organism's enzymes are capable of catalyzing reactions that are useful in the synthesis of fine chemicals and pharmaceuticals. This makes it a subject of interest for industrial microbiology and biotechnology research. Another unique aspect of Pseudarthrobacter oxydans is its adaptability to different environmental conditions. It can thrive in diverse habitats, including soil and water, which underscores its ecological importance. The bacterium's ability to survive and function in various environments is attributed to its robust metabolic pathways and stress response mechanisms. Overall, Pseudarthrobacter oxydans stands out due to its biodegradation capabilities, biotechnological potential, and ecological adaptability, making it a valuable organism for both environmental and industrial applications.

Pseudarthrobacter oxydans is a fascinating bacterium known for its remarkable ability to degrade a variety of environmental pollutants, particularly aromatic compounds. This characteristic makes it a valuable organism in bioremediation efforts, where it can be utilized to clean up contaminated sites. The metabolic versatility of P. oxydans allows it to thrive in diverse environments, including soil and water, where it plays a crucial role in the natural degradation processes of organic pollutants. One of the most interesting aspects of P. oxydans is its capacity to utilize complex carbon sources, which is attributed to its unique enzymatic pathways. This bacterium has been studied for its potential in biotechnological applications, particularly in the development of biofilters and bioreactors designed to treat industrial waste. The ability of P. oxydans to oxidize various hydrocarbons and aromatic compounds not only highlights its ecological importance but also positions it as a model organism for understanding microbial metabolism and enzymatic functions. Furthermore, P. oxydans has been the subject of genomic studies that reveal insights into its genetic makeup and the regulatory mechanisms governing its metabolic pathways. These studies contribute to a broader understanding of microbial ecology and the evolutionary adaptations that enable bacteria to survive in challenging environments. The research surrounding P. oxydans continues to expand, offering potential applications in environmental science and biotechnology, making it a significant organism in the field of microbiology.

Taxonomy

Superkingdom: Bacteria

Phylum: Actinomycetota

Class: Actinomycetes

Order: Micrococcales

Family: Micrococcaceae

Genus: Pseudarthrobacter

Species: Pseudarthrobacter oxydans

NCBI ID

1671

Genome Info

FTP Path:
ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/genomes/all/GCA/031/457/555/GCA_031457555.1_ASM3145755v1

File for sequence-based predictions:
GCA_031457555.1_ASM3145755v1_genomic.fasta

Descriptions

Clinical Implications and Relevance

Source: gpt-4o-mini-2024-07-18

The microorganism Pseudarthrobacter oxydans is a Gram-negative bacterium that has garnered attention for its potential role in various environmental and clinical contexts. While it is primarily known for its ability to degrade aromatic compounds, its clinical implications are still being explored. One of the notable aspects of Pseudarthrobacter oxydans is its potential association with infections in immunocompromised patients, although documented cases are limited. Pathogenicity is not well-established, but its presence in clinical samples raises questions about its role as an opportunistic pathogen. In terms of antimicrobial resistance, there is limited data available, but like many environmental bacteria, it may possess mechanisms that confer resistance to certain antibiotics, which could complicate treatment options in cases of infection. Furthermore, the organism's ability to metabolize various compounds suggests potential applications in bioremediation and environmental health, which could indirectly impact human health by reducing exposure to harmful pollutants. Overall, while Pseudarthrobacter oxydans is not widely recognized as a significant human pathogen, its interactions with the human body, particularly in vulnerable populations, and its environmental applications warrant further investigation to fully understand its clinical relevance.

Industrial Application

Source: gpt-4o-mini-2024-07-18

The microorganism Pseudarthrobacter oxydans has shown significant potential in various industrial applications. One of the most notable areas is in biotechnology, where it is utilized for its ability to degrade complex organic compounds, making it valuable in waste management processes. This organism can effectively break down pollutants, including aromatic compounds, which are often found in industrial waste, thus contributing to environmental remediation efforts. In the realm of biofuel production, Pseudarthrobacter oxydans has been studied for its capacity to participate in fermentation processes that convert biomass into biofuels. Its metabolic pathways can be harnessed to improve the efficiency of converting lignocellulosic materials into fermentable sugars, which can then be transformed into ethanol or other biofuels. Additionally, this microorganism is of interest in pharmaceutical development due to its enzymatic activities. It produces various enzymes that can be used in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, enhancing the efficiency of drug production processes. The ability of Pseudarthrobacter oxydans to catalyze specific reactions makes it a candidate for biocatalysis in the pharmaceutical industry. Overall, the versatility of Pseudarthrobacter oxydans in biodegradation, fermentation, and enzyme production highlights its importance across multiple sectors, including environmental biotechnology, renewable energy, and pharmaceuticals.

Phenotypes and Predictions

The table shows the phenotypes and predictions. Cell colors indicate the class of the value. When literature-based data is available, a checkmark (✓) indicates a correct prediction, while an ✗ indicates an incorrect prediction.

Literature-based phenotypes: 8

LLM predicted phenotypes: 5

Phenotype	High-quality annotation	google/gemini-flash-1.5	anthropic/claude-3.5-sonnet	google/gemma-7b-it	mistralai/mistral-7b-instruct	meta-llama/llama-3-70b-instruct:nitro	google/palm-2-chat-bison-32k	meta-llama/llama-3-8b-instruct:nitro	anthropic/claude-3-haiku:beta	openai/gpt-3.5-turbo-0125	openai/gpt-3.5-turbo-0125	openai/gpt-4	openai/gpt-4	microsoft/wizardlm-2-8x22b	microsoft/wizardlm-2-8x22b	openai/gpt-4o	openai/gpt-4o	google/gemini-pro-1.5	google/gemini-pro-1.5	google/gemini-pro	google/gemini-pro	mistralai/mixtral-8x7b-instruct:nitro	mistralai/mixtral-8x7b-instruct:nitro	perplexity/llama-3-sonar-small-32k-chat	perplexity/llama-3-sonar-small-32k-chat	openchat/openchat-7b	openchat/openchat-7b	microsoft/phi-3-mini-128k-instruct	microsoft/phi-3-mini-128k-instruct
Motility	FALSE	true ✗	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓
Gram staining	gram stain positive	gram stain positive ✓	gram stain positive ✓	gram stain negative ✗	gram stain variable ✗	gram stain positive ✓	gram stain positive ✓	gram stain negative ✗	gram stain positive ✓	N/A	gram stain positive ✓	N/A	gram stain positive ✓	N/A	gram stain positive ✓	N/A	gram stain positive ✓	N/A	gram stain positive ✓	N/A	gram stain positive ✓	N/A	gram stain positive ✓	N/A	gram stain negative ✗	N/A	gram stain positive ✓	N/A	gram stain negative ✗
Aerophilicity	aerobic	N/A	aerobic ✓	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Extreme environment tolerance	FALSE	true ✗	false ✓	true ✗	false ✓	true ✗	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓
Biofilm formation	N/A	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	false	false	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	false	false	true	true
Animal pathogenicity	N/A	false	false	true	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false
Biosafety level	biosafety level 1	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓
Health association	N/A	false	false	true	false	true	false	true	true	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	true	true	true	true	false	false	true	true	false	false	false	false
Host association	N/A	false	false	false	true	true	false	true	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	true	true	false	false	true	true
Plant pathogenicity	FALSE	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓
Spore formation	FALSE	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓
Hemolysis	N/A	gamma	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Cell shape	bacillus	coccus ✗	coccus ✗	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	coccus ✗	coccus ✗	coccus ✗	coccus ✗	coccus ✗	coccus ✗

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