Pseudomonas kermanshahensis

General Information

Pseudomonas kermanshahensis is a fascinating microorganism that belongs to the genus Pseudomonas, known for its metabolic diversity and environmental versatility. This species was first isolated from agricultural soil in Kermanshah, Iran, which highlights its potential role in soil health and nutrient cycling. One of the most intriguing aspects of Pseudomonas kermanshahensis is its ability to produce a variety of secondary metabolites, which can have antimicrobial properties. This makes it a subject of interest for biotechnological applications, particularly in the development of new antibiotics or biocontrol agents. Another noteworthy characteristic of Pseudomonas kermanshahensis is its potential for bioremediation. The species has shown the ability to degrade various environmental pollutants, including hydrocarbons and heavy metals. This capability is particularly valuable in efforts to clean up contaminated environments, making Pseudomonas kermanshahensis a promising candidate for environmental biotechnology. Additionally, the genetic makeup of Pseudomonas kermanshahensis reveals a complex regulatory network that allows it to adapt to diverse environmental conditions. This adaptability is a hallmark of the Pseudomonas genus and underscores the organism's potential for various industrial and environmental applications. In summary, Pseudomonas kermanshahensis stands out due to its metabolic versatility, antimicrobial potential, and bioremediation capabilities, making it a valuable subject for ongoing research in microbiology and biotechnology.

Pseudomonas kermanshahensis is a fascinating bacterium that was first isolated from a soil sample in Kermanshah, Iran. This species is part of the diverse genus Pseudomonas, known for its metabolic versatility and ability to thrive in various environments. One of the most interesting aspects of P. kermanshahensis is its potential for bioremediation, particularly in degrading environmental pollutants such as hydrocarbons. This capability makes it a valuable organism for research in environmental microbiology and biotechnology, as it could be harnessed to clean up oil spills and other contaminations. Additionally, P. kermanshahensis exhibits unique enzymatic properties that allow it to break down complex organic compounds, which can be studied for applications in waste management and sustainable practices. Its adaptability to different ecological niches also raises questions about its role in soil health and nutrient cycling, making it a subject of interest for ecologists and microbiologists alike. Furthermore, the genetic and metabolic pathways of P. kermanshahensis are still being explored, providing opportunities for researchers to uncover novel genes and enzymes that could have industrial applications. The organism's resilience and ability to survive in harsh conditions underscore its potential as a model organism for studying stress responses in bacteria. Overall, Pseudomonas kermanshahensis stands out as a promising candidate for further research in both environmental and applied microbiology.

Taxonomy

Superkingdom: Bacteria

Phylum: Pseudomonadota

Class: Gammaproteobacteria

Order: Pseudomonadales

Family: Pseudomonadaceae

Genus: Pseudomonas

Species: Pseudomonas kermanshahensis

NCBI ID

2745482

Genome Info

FTP Path:
ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/genomes/all/GCF/029/215/585/GCF_029215585.1_ASM2921558v1

File for sequence-based predictions:
GCF_029215585.1_ASM2921558v1_genomic.fasta

Descriptions

Clinical Implications and Relevance

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

The organism Pseudomonas kermanshahensis is a Gram-negative bacterium that has been identified in various environmental sources, including soil and water. Its clinical relevance is emerging, particularly in relation to its potential role in infections and its association with antimicrobial resistance. This species is closely related to other members of the genus Pseudomonas, which are known for their opportunistic pathogenicity, especially in immunocompromised patients. Infections caused by Pseudomonas species can lead to serious conditions such as pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and bloodstream infections. The ability of Pseudomonas kermanshahensis to produce biofilms may contribute to its pathogenicity, making it difficult to eradicate in clinical settings. Antimicrobial resistance is a significant concern with Pseudomonas species, and Pseudomonas kermanshahensis may exhibit similar resistance mechanisms, including the production of beta-lactamases and efflux pumps. This resistance complicates treatment options and necessitates ongoing surveillance and research to understand its full clinical implications. While specific outbreaks or infections directly attributed to Pseudomonas kermanshahensis are not extensively documented, its close relation to other pathogenic Pseudomonas species suggests that it could potentially be involved in nosocomial infections. Further studies are needed to elucidate its role in human health and disease, as well as its interactions with the human immune system, including any immune evasion strategies it may employ. Overall, the clinical implications of Pseudomonas kermanshahensis warrant attention as part of the broader understanding of Pseudomonas species in medical microbiology.

Habitat and Ecological Niches

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

Pseudomonas kermanshahensis is a bacterium that thrives in a variety of habitat types, particularly in soil and water environments. This microorganism is often found in agricultural soils, where it plays a crucial role in nutrient cycling and soil health. Its ability to degrade organic compounds makes it an important player in the biodegradation process, contributing to the breakdown of pollutants and enhancing soil fertility. In aquatic environments, Pseudomonas kermanshahensis can be found in freshwater and marine ecosystems, where it participates in the decomposition of organic matter. This bacterium is known for its metabolic versatility, allowing it to adapt to varying nutrient conditions and contribute to the overall productivity of these ecosystems. Notably, Pseudomonas kermanshahensis exhibits symbiotic relationships with plants, promoting plant growth through mechanisms such as nitrogen fixation and phosphate solubilization. This interaction not only benefits the plants but also enhances the microbial diversity and functionality of the soil microbiome. Overall, Pseudomonas kermanshahensis is a vital component of both terrestrial and aquatic biomes, showcasing its adaptability and essential roles in ecological processes.

Industrial Application

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

The microorganism Pseudomonas kermanshahensis has shown significant potential in various industrial applications. One of the primary areas of interest is in biotechnology, where this organism is utilized for its ability to produce enzymes that can facilitate biodegradation of pollutants. This makes it a valuable asset in waste management, particularly in the treatment of contaminated soils and water, where it can break down harmful substances into less toxic forms. In the realm of biofuel production, Pseudomonas kermanshahensis has been studied for its capacity to metabolize various substrates, potentially leading to the generation of biofuels through fermentation processes. This capability not only contributes to sustainable energy solutions but also aids in the reduction of waste materials. Furthermore, the organism has been explored for its role in pharmaceutical development, particularly in the production of bioactive compounds that can serve as precursors for drug synthesis. Its enzymatic activities are of particular interest, as they can be harnessed for the development of novel therapeutic agents. Overall, Pseudomonas kermanshahensis exemplifies the versatility of microorganisms in addressing environmental challenges and contributing to industrial advancements through its various metabolic pathways and enzymatic functions.

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

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