Paraburkholderia acidicola

General Information

Paraburkholderia acidicola is a fascinating microorganism that belongs to the genus Paraburkholderia. This genus is known for its diverse metabolic capabilities and environmental versatility. One of the most intriguing aspects of P. acidicola is its ability to thrive in acidic environments, which is reflected in its name. This acidophilic nature makes it particularly interesting for studies related to acid tolerance mechanisms and potential applications in bioremediation of acidic waste sites. Another notable feature of P. acidicola is its role in the nitrogen cycle. Like many members of the Paraburkholderia genus, it has the capability to fix nitrogen, making it valuable for agricultural research and applications. This nitrogen-fixing ability can contribute to soil fertility and reduce the need for chemical fertilizers, promoting more sustainable agricultural practices. From a biotechnological perspective, P. acidicola is also of interest due to its production of various secondary metabolites. These compounds can have antimicrobial properties, making the organism a potential source of new antibiotics or other bioactive molecules. The study of these secondary metabolites can lead to the discovery of novel compounds with pharmaceutical or industrial applications. In summary, Paraburkholderia acidicola is a microorganism of significant interest due to its acid tolerance, nitrogen-fixing capabilities, and production of secondary metabolites. These characteristics make it a valuable subject for research in environmental science, agriculture, and biotechnology.

Paraburkholderia acidicola is a fascinating bacterium that has garnered attention due to its unique ecological niche and metabolic capabilities. This species is primarily known for its ability to thrive in acidic environments, which sets it apart from many other microorganisms. Its natural habitat includes acidic soils and environments, where it plays a crucial role in nutrient cycling and organic matter decomposition. This adaptability to low pH conditions makes P. acidicola a valuable organism for studying microbial ecology in extreme environments. One of the most interesting aspects of P. acidicola is its potential for bioremediation. The organism has shown promise in degrading various pollutants, particularly in acidic and contaminated sites. This capability not only highlights its ecological importance but also positions it as a candidate for biotechnological applications aimed at environmental cleanup. The metabolic pathways utilized by P. acidicola for pollutant degradation are of significant interest for researchers looking to harness microbial processes for environmental restoration. Additionally, P. acidicola is part of a larger group of Burkholderia-related species, which are known for their diverse metabolic capabilities and interactions with plants. Some strains within this genus have been studied for their potential as plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR), suggesting that P. acidicola may also have beneficial effects on plant health and growth in acidic soils. This dual role as both a decomposer and a potential plant symbiont makes P. acidicola a unique subject for research in both microbiology and agriculture. In summary, Paraburkholderia acidicola stands out due to its specialized adaptations to acidic environments, its potential in bioremediation, and its interactions with plant systems, making it a valuable organism for further study in various scientific fields.

Taxonomy

Superkingdom: Bacteria

Phylum: Pseudomonadota

Class: Betaproteobacteria

Order: Burkholderiales

Family: Burkholderiaceae

Genus: Paraburkholderia

Species: Paraburkholderia acidicola

NCBI ID

1912599

Genome Info

FTP Path:
ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/genomes/all/GCF/002/362/315/GCF_002362315.1_ASM236231v1

File for sequence-based predictions:
GCF_002362315.1_ASM236231v1_genomic.fasta

Descriptions

Clinical Implications and Relevance

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

The organism Paraburkholderia acidicola is a member of the Burkholderia genus, which has garnered attention due to its potential clinical implications. This microorganism is primarily known for its role in environmental microbiology, particularly in acidic environments, but its relevance to human health is becoming increasingly recognized. Clinical associations with P. acidicola are not as well-documented as with other Burkholderia species, yet its close relatives are known to be opportunistic pathogens. This raises concerns about its potential pathogenicity, especially in immunocompromised individuals. Pathogenicity is a significant concern, as members of the Burkholderia genus can exhibit virulence factors that enable them to evade the host's immune response. Although specific outbreaks linked to P. acidicola have not been extensively reported, its environmental presence suggests a need for vigilance regarding its potential to cause infections in susceptible populations. Furthermore, the genus is known for its antimicrobial resistance mechanisms, which can complicate treatment options. P. acidicola may share these resistance traits, making it a candidate for further study in the context of antibiotic resistance and its implications for public health. In summary, while Paraburkholderia acidicola is primarily recognized for its environmental roles, its potential as an opportunistic pathogen, coupled with the known resistance mechanisms of its relatives, underscores the importance of continued research into its clinical implications and relevance in human health.

Habitat and Ecological Niches

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

Paraburkholderia acidicola is primarily associated with acidic environments, particularly in wetlands and peat bogs. This microorganism thrives in conditions where the pH is significantly lower than neutral, often found in areas with high organic matter decomposition. Its ability to tolerate and even flourish in such extreme acidity allows it to play a crucial role in nutrient cycling within these ecosystems. In these wetland habitats, P. acidicola contributes to the breakdown of organic materials, facilitating the release of nutrients that are essential for plant growth. This process not only supports the local flora but also enhances the overall productivity of the ecosystem. Furthermore, the presence of P. acidicola can influence the microbial community structure, promoting a diverse range of other microorganisms that coexist in these environments. Additionally, P. acidicola exhibits notable interactions with its surroundings, including potential symbiotic relationships with plants. It may assist in the uptake of nutrients, particularly in nutrient-poor, acidic soils, thereby enhancing plant health and growth. This symbiosis is vital for the stability and resilience of the wetland ecosystem, especially in the face of environmental changes. Overall, Paraburkholderia acidicola is a key player in the acidic wetland biomes, contributing to both ecological balance and the sustainability of these unique environments.

Industrial Application

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

The microorganism Paraburkholderia acidicola has shown significant potential in various industrial applications. One of the primary areas of interest is in biotechnology, where P. acidicola is utilized for its ability to thrive in acidic environments, making it a candidate for biodegradation processes. This characteristic allows it to break down pollutants in acidic waste streams, contributing to effective waste management strategies. In the realm of biofuel production, P. acidicola can be involved in the fermentation of organic materials, converting them into bioethanol or other biofuels. Its metabolic pathways are being studied for their efficiency in converting lignocellulosic biomass, which is crucial for sustainable energy solutions. Additionally, P. acidicola has potential applications in pharmaceutical development due to its unique metabolic capabilities. It can produce various secondary metabolites that may have therapeutic properties, making it a valuable organism for drug discovery and development. Overall, the versatility of Paraburkholderia acidicola in processes such as fermentation, biodegradation, and enzyme production highlights its importance in advancing industrial biotechnology and environmental sustainability.

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: 9

LLM predicted phenotypes: 4

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

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