Acinetobacter terrestris

General Information

Acinetobacter terrestris is a fascinating microorganism that has garnered attention due to its unique environmental adaptability and potential applications in biotechnology. This species was first isolated from soil, which underscores its ability to thrive in terrestrial habitats. One of the most intriguing aspects of A. terrestris is its remarkable resilience to various environmental stresses, including desiccation and nutrient limitation. This resilience makes it a subject of interest for studies on microbial survival and adaptation. Additionally, A. terrestris has shown potential in bioremediation, particularly in the degradation of pollutants. Its ability to metabolize a wide range of organic compounds suggests that it could be employed in cleaning up contaminated environments, making it a valuable asset in environmental biotechnology. From a genetic perspective, A. terrestris possesses a diverse set of genes that contribute to its metabolic versatility. This genetic diversity is not only interesting for understanding microbial evolution but also for exploring potential applications in synthetic biology. Researchers are particularly interested in harnessing these genetic traits to develop new biotechnological tools and processes. In summary, Acinetobacter terrestris stands out due to its environmental resilience, bioremediation potential, and genetic diversity, making it a valuable organism for both fundamental research and practical applications in biotechnology.

Acinetobacter terrestris is a fascinating bacterium that has garnered attention due to its unique ecological niche and potential applications in biotechnology. This species is primarily found in soil environments, which highlights its role in the microbial community and its interactions with various soil components. One of the most interesting aspects of A. terrestris is its ability to degrade a variety of organic compounds, making it a valuable organism for bioremediation efforts. This capability allows it to break down pollutants, such as hydrocarbons, which can be particularly beneficial in cleaning up contaminated environments. Furthermore, A. terrestris has been studied for its resilience to harsh environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures and varying pH levels. This adaptability not only makes it a subject of interest in environmental microbiology but also suggests potential applications in industrial processes where such conditions are prevalent. In addition to its ecological significance, A. terrestris has been explored for its antimicrobial properties. Research indicates that certain strains may produce compounds that inhibit the growth of pathogenic bacteria, which could lead to the development of new antimicrobial agents. This aspect of A. terrestris is particularly relevant in the context of rising antibiotic resistance, making it a promising candidate for further investigation. Overall, Acinetobacter terrestris stands out due to its ecological role, bioremediation potential, and antimicrobial properties, making it a valuable organism for both environmental and medical research.

Taxonomy

Superkingdom: Bacteria

Phylum: Pseudomonadota

Class: Gammaproteobacteria

Order: Moraxellales

Family: Moraxellaceae

Genus: Acinetobacter

Species: Acinetobacter terrestris

NCBI ID

2529843

Genome Info

FTP Path:
ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/genomes/all/GCF/004/331/155/GCF_004331155.1_ASM433115v1

File for sequence-based predictions:
GCF_004331155.1_ASM433115v1_genomic.fasta

Descriptions

Clinical Implications and Relevance

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

The organism Acinetobacter terrestris is a member of the Acinetobacter genus, which is known for its clinical significance, particularly in hospital settings. It has been associated with various infections, including pneumonia, bloodstream infections, and wound infections. This microorganism is notable for its pathogenicity, as it can cause opportunistic infections, especially in immunocompromised patients or those with underlying health conditions. One of the critical concerns regarding Acinetobacter terrestris is its potential for antimicrobial resistance. Many strains exhibit resistance to multiple classes of antibiotics, making treatment challenging. This resistance is often attributed to the presence of beta-lactamases and other resistance mechanisms that allow it to survive in the presence of commonly used antibiotics. In terms of immune evasion, Acinetobacter terrestris can alter its surface structures and produce biofilms, which protect it from both the host immune response and antibiotic treatment. This ability to form biofilms is particularly problematic in clinical settings, as it can lead to persistent infections. While Acinetobacter terrestris is not as widely studied as some other members of the Acinetobacter genus, its role in nosocomial infections and its resistance profiles highlight the need for ongoing surveillance and research. Understanding its clinical implications is crucial for developing effective treatment strategies and infection control measures in healthcare environments.

Habitat and Ecological Niches

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

Acinetobacter terrestris is a versatile bacterium commonly found in a variety of terrestrial environments and soil ecosystems. This microorganism thrives in nutrient-rich soils, often associated with decaying organic matter, where it plays a crucial role in the decomposition process. Its ability to degrade a wide range of organic compounds makes it an important player in nutrient cycling within these ecosystems. In addition to its role in decomposition, Acinetobacter terrestris exhibits notable interactions with its surroundings. It is known to engage in symbiotic relationships with plants, enhancing nutrient availability and promoting plant growth through the production of growth-promoting substances. This interaction is particularly significant in agricultural settings, where it can contribute to soil health and crop productivity. Furthermore, Acinetobacter terrestris has demonstrated remarkable environmental adaptability, allowing it to survive in various conditions, including those with high levels of pollutants. This adaptability not only aids in its survival but also positions it as a potential agent for bioremediation, where it can help in the detoxification of contaminated soils. Overall, Acinetobacter terrestris is a key organism in soil biomes, contributing to ecological balance, nutrient cycling, and plant health, while also showcasing its potential in environmental management strategies.

Industrial Application

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

The microorganism Acinetobacter terrestris has shown significant potential in various industrial applications. One of the primary areas of interest is in biotechnology, where Acinetobacter terrestris is utilized for its ability to degrade a wide range of pollutants, making it valuable in biodegradation processes. This capability allows it to be employed in waste management, particularly in the treatment of contaminated soils and water, where it can break down harmful substances such as hydrocarbons and heavy metals. In the realm of biofuel production, Acinetobacter terrestris has been studied for its capacity to produce lipids that can be converted into biodiesel. The organism's metabolic pathways can be harnessed in fermentation processes to enhance lipid accumulation, providing a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. Furthermore, Acinetobacter terrestris has potential applications in pharmaceutical development. Its unique enzymatic activities can be explored for the production of bioactive compounds, which may lead to the discovery of new drugs or therapeutic agents. The organism's ability to produce specific enzymes can also be utilized in enzyme production, contributing to various biocatalytic processes in the pharmaceutical industry. Overall, Acinetobacter terrestris represents a versatile microorganism with promising applications across multiple industries, particularly in environmental biotechnology, renewable energy, and healthcare.

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	anthropic/claude-3.5-sonnet	anthropic/claude-3-haiku:beta	mistralai/mixtral-8x7b-instruct:nitro	google/palm-2-chat-bison-32k	meta-llama/llama-3-70b-instruct:nitro	google/gemma-7b-it	mistralai/mistral-7b-instruct	google/gemini-pro	openai/gpt-3.5-turbo-0125	openai/gpt-3.5-turbo-0125	openai/gpt-4o	openai/gpt-4o	google/gemini-pro-1.5	google/gemini-pro-1.5	meta-llama/llama-3-8b-instruct:nitro	meta-llama/llama-3-8b-instruct:nitro	openai/gpt-4	openai/gpt-4	google/gemini-flash-1.5	google/gemini-flash-1.5	microsoft/wizardlm-2-8x22b	microsoft/wizardlm-2-8x22b	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	false ✓	true ✗	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓
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 ✓	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 ✓	N/A	gram stain variable ✗
Aerophilicity	aerobic	aerobic ✓	N/A	facultatively anaerobic ✗	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	facultatively anaerobic ✗	facultatively anaerobic ✗	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	aerotolerant ✗	aerotolerant ✗	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	N/A	N/A	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Extreme environment tolerance	FALSE	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗
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	false	false	true	true
Animal pathogenicity	N/A	false	true	false	true	false	true	false	true	false	false	false	false	true	true	true	true	false	false	true	true	false	false	true	true	false	false	false	false
Biosafety level	biosafety level 1	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 2 ✗
Health association	N/A	false	true	true	true	true	true	false	true	false	false	false	false	true	true	true	true	false	false	true	true	false	false	true	true	false	false	true	true
Host association	N/A	false	true	true	true	true	false	true	true	false	false	false	false	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	false	false	true	true	false	false	true	true
Plant pathogenicity	FALSE	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	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	gamma	N/A	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	gamma ✓	gamma ✓	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Cell shape	bacillus	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	coccus ✗	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	coccus ✗	coccus ✗	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	coccus ✗	coccus ✗	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓

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