Bradyrhizobium quebecense

General Information

Bradyrhizobium quebecense is a fascinating microorganism primarily known for its role in nitrogen fixation, a process that is crucial for converting atmospheric nitrogen into a form that plants can utilize. This bacterium forms symbiotic relationships with leguminous plants, where it resides in root nodules and provides the host plant with essential nitrogen compounds. What makes Bradyrhizobium quebecense particularly interesting is its efficiency in nitrogen fixation, which can significantly enhance soil fertility and reduce the need for chemical fertilizers, making it valuable for sustainable agriculture practices. Another unique aspect of Bradyrhizobium quebecense is its adaptability to various environmental conditions, which allows it to thrive in diverse soil types and climates. This adaptability is a subject of ongoing research, as understanding the genetic and physiological mechanisms behind it could lead to the development of more resilient agricultural systems. Moreover, Bradyrhizobium quebecense has been studied for its potential in bioremediation. Its ability to survive in contaminated soils and possibly degrade certain pollutants makes it a candidate for cleaning up environmental contaminants. In summary, Bradyrhizobium quebecense is not only important for its agricultural benefits but also for its potential applications in environmental sustainability. Its role in nitrogen fixation, adaptability to different environments, and potential in bioremediation underscore its significance in both ecological and agricultural research.*

Bradyrhizobium quebecense is a fascinating species of nitrogen-fixing bacteria that plays a crucial role in sustainable agriculture and ecosystem health. This organism is particularly notable for its ability to form symbiotic relationships with leguminous plants, such as soybeans and clover, facilitating 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. quebecense valuable for organic farming practices. One of the unique aspects of B. quebecense is its adaptability to various environmental conditions, which allows it to thrive in diverse soil types and climates. This adaptability is essential for its application in different agricultural settings, particularly in regions where soil nutrient levels are low. Furthermore, research has shown that B. quebecense can enhance plant growth not only through nitrogen fixation but also by producing phytohormones and other growth-promoting substances. This dual functionality makes it an interesting subject for studies aimed at improving crop yields and sustainability. In addition to its agricultural significance, B. quebecense has been the focus of genomic studies that aim to understand the genetic basis of its symbiotic capabilities. These studies contribute to the broader field of microbiology and plant-microbe interactions, providing insights that could lead to the development of more efficient biofertilizers and sustainable agricultural practices. Overall, Bradyrhizobium quebecense stands out as a key player in the intersection of microbiology, agriculture, and environmental science.

Taxonomy

Superkingdom: Bacteria

Phylum: Pseudomonadota

Class: Alphaproteobacteria

Order: Hyphomicrobiales

Family: Nitrobacteraceae

Genus: Bradyrhizobium

Species: Bradyrhizobium quebecense

NCBI ID

2748629

Genome Info

FTP Path:
ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/genomes/all/GCA/017/493/175/GCA_017493175.3_ASM1749317v3

File for sequence-based predictions:
GCA_017493175.3_ASM1749317v3_genomic.fasta

Descriptions

Clinical Implications and Relevance

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

The bacterium Bradyrhizobium quebecense is primarily known for its role in nitrogen fixation in leguminous plants, particularly in agricultural settings. While it is not typically associated with human disease, its clinical relevance can be inferred from its interactions with the environment and potential implications for human health through agricultural practices. Nitrogen-fixing bacteria like B. quebecense contribute to soil fertility, which can indirectly affect human health by enhancing food production and quality. However, there is limited documentation regarding its pathogenicity or direct involvement in infections in humans. Some studies suggest that certain strains of Bradyrhizobium may exhibit antimicrobial resistance mechanisms, although specific resistance profiles for B. quebecense are not well characterized. In terms of immune response, the interaction of B. quebecense with plant roots can stimulate plant defenses, which may have implications for understanding plant-microbe interactions and their effects on human food sources. Overall, while B. quebecense does not have a direct clinical impact on human health, its role in agriculture and potential interactions with the environment underscore its importance in the broader context of food security and public health.

Habitat and Ecological Niches

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

Bradyrhizobium quebecense is a nitrogen-fixing bacterium primarily associated with the root nodules of leguminous plants, particularly in temperate and subtropical regions. This microorganism thrives in a variety of terrestrial ecosystems, including grasslands, savannas, and agricultural fields where legumes are cultivated. Its presence is crucial for enhancing soil fertility through the process of nitrogen fixation, converting atmospheric nitrogen into a form that plants can utilize, thus playing a vital role in nutrient cycling within these biomes. In these environments, B. quebecense forms a symbiotic relationship with host plants, leading to the development of specialized structures known as nodules on the roots. This interaction not only benefits the plants by providing them with essential nutrients but also supports the overall health of the soil ecosystem by promoting biodiversity and microbial activity. Furthermore, B. quebecense is often found in agroecosystems, where it is utilized in sustainable agriculture practices to reduce the need for chemical fertilizers. Its ability to adapt to various soil types and conditions, including acidic and alkaline soils, makes it a resilient organism in changing environments. Overall, Bradyrhizobium quebecense exemplifies the intricate relationships within terrestrial biomes and highlights the importance of microbial life in maintaining ecological balance.

Industrial Application

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

The bacterium Bradyrhizobium quebecense is primarily recognized for its role in agricultural biotechnology, particularly in the context of nitrogen fixation. This microorganism 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 quebecense has potential in waste management. It can be involved in the biodegradation of organic waste, contributing to the breakdown of complex organic materials in composting processes. This capability not only aids in waste reduction but also enhances the quality of compost produced. Furthermore, there is growing interest in the use of Bradyrhizobium quebecense in biofuel production. The bacterium's ability to enhance plant growth can lead to increased biomass yield, which is essential for the production of biofuels from plant materials. By improving the efficiency of biomass production, this microorganism can play a significant role in the development of sustainable energy sources. Lastly, while still under research, the potential for Bradyrhizobium quebecense in pharmaceutical development is being explored. Its unique metabolic pathways may lead to the discovery of novel compounds that could have therapeutic applications. Overall, Bradyrhizobium quebecense demonstrates significant promise across various industries, particularly in enhancing agricultural productivity and contributing to 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: 10

LLM predicted phenotypes: 2

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

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