Bradyrhizobium niftali

General Information

Bradyrhizobium niftali is a fascinating microorganism primarily known for its role in nitrogen fixation, a process crucial for converting atmospheric nitrogen into a form that plants can utilize. This bacterium forms symbiotic relationships with leguminous plants, residing in root nodules where it facilitates the conversion of nitrogen. One of the most interesting aspects of B. niftali is its efficiency in nitrogen fixation, which makes it a valuable organism in agricultural research and practices aimed at reducing the need for chemical fertilizers. Another unique characteristic of Bradyrhizobium niftali is its genetic diversity and adaptability to various environmental conditions. This adaptability is particularly important for its symbiotic efficiency and survival in different soil types and climates. Researchers are keenly interested in the genetic mechanisms that allow B. niftali to thrive in diverse environments, as understanding these mechanisms can lead to the development of more resilient and efficient biofertilizers. Moreover, Bradyrhizobium niftali has been studied for its potential in bioremediation. Its ability to survive in contaminated soils and assist in the breakdown of pollutants highlights its environmental significance. The combination of its agricultural benefits and environmental applications makes B. niftali a microorganism of great interest in both ecological and biotechnological research. In summary, Bradyrhizobium niftali stands out due to its exceptional nitrogen-fixing capabilities, genetic adaptability, and potential applications in sustainable agriculture and environmental remediation. These characteristics underscore its importance and the ongoing research efforts to harness its full potential.

Bradyrhizobium niftali is a fascinating species of nitrogen-fixing bacteria that plays a crucial role in sustainable agriculture. This organism is particularly interesting due to its symbiotic relationship with leguminous plants, where it forms root nodules and facilitates the conversion of atmospheric nitrogen into a form that plants can utilize. This process not only enhances soil fertility but also reduces the need for chemical fertilizers, making B. niftali valuable for eco-friendly farming practices. One of the unique aspects of B. niftali is its ability to thrive in various environmental conditions, which allows it to colonize a wide range of host plants. This adaptability is significant for researchers studying plant-microbe interactions and the mechanisms of symbiosis. Furthermore, the genetic diversity within B. niftali populations can provide insights into evolutionary processes and the development of specialized traits that enhance symbiotic efficiency. Additionally, B. niftali has been the subject of studies aimed at understanding the molecular basis of its nitrogen-fixing capabilities. The genes involved in this process are of great interest for biotechnological applications, including the development of biofertilizers that can improve crop yields while minimizing environmental impact. Overall, Bradyrhizobium niftali stands out as a key player in the field of microbiology and agricultural science, offering numerous avenues for research and practical applications in sustainable agriculture.

Taxonomy

Superkingdom: Bacteria

Phylum: Pseudomonadota

Class: Alphaproteobacteria

Order: Hyphomicrobiales

Family: Nitrobacteraceae

Genus: Bradyrhizobium

Species: Bradyrhizobium niftali

NCBI ID

2560055

Genome Info

FTP Path:
ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/genomes/all/GCF/004/571/025/GCF_004571025.1_ASM457102v1

File for sequence-based predictions:
GCF_004571025.1_ASM457102v1_genomic.fasta

Descriptions

Clinical Implications and Relevance

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

The organism Bradyrhizobium niftali is primarily known for its role in nitrogen fixation in leguminous plants, but its clinical implications in human health are not extensively documented. However, it is important to note that members of the genus Bradyrhizobium can occasionally be associated with infections in immunocompromised individuals. While B. niftali itself has not been directly linked to specific human diseases, its close relatives have been implicated in cases of opportunistic infections, particularly in patients with underlying health conditions. Pathogenicity is generally low, but the potential for infection exists, especially in those with weakened immune responses. In terms of antimicrobial resistance, there is limited information available regarding B. niftali. However, the broader genus has been studied for its interactions with antibiotics, particularly in agricultural settings where antibiotic use can lead to resistance development in soil bacteria. This raises concerns about the potential for horizontal gene transfer of resistance traits to pathogenic bacteria. Currently, there are no known medical applications of B. niftali in terms of probiotics, vaccines, or therapeutics. Its primary significance remains in agriculture rather than direct human health applications. Further research may be needed to fully understand its interactions with the human microbiome and any potential implications for human health.

Industrial Application

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

The bacterium Bradyrhizobium niftali is primarily recognized for its role in agricultural biotechnology, particularly in the context of nitrogen fixation. This organism forms symbiotic relationships with leguminous plants, enhancing soil fertility by converting atmospheric nitrogen into a form that plants can utilize. This process is crucial for sustainable agriculture, reducing the need for chemical fertilizers and promoting soil health. In addition to its agricultural applications, Bradyrhizobium niftali has potential in waste management. Its ability to degrade organic matter can be harnessed in biodegradation processes, where it contributes to the breakdown of complex organic compounds in waste materials, thereby aiding in the treatment of agricultural and industrial waste. Furthermore, there is growing interest in the use of Bradyrhizobium niftali in biofuel production. The metabolic pathways of this microorganism can be explored for the conversion of biomass into biofuels, particularly through fermentation processes that yield bioethanol from plant materials. Lastly, the enzymatic activities of Bradyrhizobium niftali may have implications in pharmaceutical development. The production of specific enzymes could be utilized in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, although this area is still under research. Overall, Bradyrhizobium niftali demonstrates significant potential across various industries, particularly in enhancing agricultural productivity and contributing to sustainable practices.

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: 10

LLM predicted phenotypes: 2

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

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