Rahnella ecdela

General Information

Rahnella ecdela is a fascinating microorganism belonging to the family Enterobacteriaceae. This bacterium is particularly interesting due to its environmental versatility and potential applications in biotechnology. Rahnella ecdela has been isolated from a variety of environments, including soil, water, and plant surfaces, indicating its adaptability to different ecological niches. One of the most notable features of Rahnella ecdela is its ability to produce antimicrobial compounds. This characteristic makes it a subject of interest for researchers looking to develop new antibiotics or biocontrol agents. Additionally, Rahnella ecdela has been studied for its role in plant growth promotion. It can produce plant hormones such as indole-3-acetic acid (IAA), which can enhance plant growth and development. Another intriguing aspect of Rahnella ecdela is its potential in bioremediation. The bacterium has shown the ability to degrade various environmental pollutants, including heavy metals and organic contaminants. This makes it a promising candidate for cleaning up polluted environments. In summary, Rahnella ecdela is a microorganism of significant interest due to its antimicrobial properties, plant growth-promoting abilities, and bioremediation potential. Its adaptability to diverse environments further underscores its importance in both ecological studies and practical applications in biotechnology.

Rahnella ecdela is a fascinating bacterium that belongs to the family Enterobacteriaceae. This organism is particularly interesting due to its ability to degrade a variety of organic compounds, making it a potential candidate for bioremediation applications. Its metabolic versatility allows it to utilize different carbon sources, which is valuable for environmental cleanup efforts, especially in contaminated sites. One of the unique aspects of Rahnella ecdela is its capacity to produce extracellular enzymes that can break down complex organic materials, including those found in agricultural waste. This characteristic not only highlights its ecological role but also suggests potential applications in waste management and sustainable agriculture. Additionally, Rahnella ecdela has been studied for its interactions with plant roots, indicating a possible role in promoting plant growth. This symbiotic relationship could be leveraged in agricultural practices to enhance crop yields and soil health. Overall, the metabolic capabilities and ecological interactions of Rahnella ecdela make it a valuable organism for research in environmental microbiology and sustainable practices.

Taxonomy

Superkingdom: Bacteria

Phylum: Pseudomonadota

Class: Gammaproteobacteria

Order: Enterobacterales

Family: Yersiniaceae

Genus: Rahnella

Species: Rahnella ecdela

NCBI ID

2816250

Genome Info

FTP Path:
ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/genomes/all/GCA/019/049/625/GCA_019049625.1_ASM1904962v1

File for sequence-based predictions:
GCA_019049625.1_ASM1904962v1_genomic.fasta

Descriptions

Clinical Implications and Relevance

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

The bacterium Rahnella ecdela is a member of the Enterobacteriaceae family and has been studied for its potential clinical implications. While it is primarily known as a soil and water organism, its presence in clinical settings raises concerns regarding its role in infections and antimicrobial resistance. Clinical isolates of Rahnella ecdela have been associated with opportunistic infections, particularly in immunocompromised patients, although it is not commonly recognized as a primary pathogen. Infections linked to this organism can include urinary tract infections and wound infections, particularly in individuals with underlying health conditions. One of the notable aspects of Rahnella ecdela is its potential for antimicrobial resistance, which poses challenges in treatment. Resistance mechanisms may include the production of beta-lactamases, which can render common antibiotics ineffective. This resistance underscores the importance of monitoring and understanding the epidemiology of this organism in clinical microbiology. Furthermore, Rahnella ecdela has been studied for its role in biofilm formation, which can contribute to its persistence in clinical settings and complicate treatment strategies. Its ability to evade the immune response through various mechanisms, such as altering surface antigens, may also play a role in its pathogenicity. While there are no widely recognized medical applications such as probiotics or vaccines specifically targeting Rahnella ecdela, its presence in clinical specimens warrants attention due to its potential implications for patient management and infection control. Continued research is necessary to fully elucidate its clinical significance and to develop effective strategies for dealing with infections caused by this organism.

Industrial Application

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

The microorganism Rahnella ecdela has shown significant potential in various industrial applications. One of the primary areas of interest is in biotechnology, where Rahnella ecdela is utilized for its ability to perform fermentation processes. This organism can convert sugars into organic acids, which can be harnessed for the production of biodegradable plastics and other bioproducts. In the realm of waste management, Rahnella ecdela has demonstrated capabilities in biodegradation, particularly in the breakdown of complex organic compounds found in wastewater. This makes it a valuable asset in the treatment of industrial effluents, helping to reduce environmental pollution and improve water quality. Furthermore, the enzymatic activity of Rahnella ecdela is noteworthy, as it produces various enzymes that can be applied in pharmaceutical development. These enzymes can facilitate the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) through enzyme production, leading to more efficient and sustainable manufacturing processes. Additionally, there is potential for Rahnella ecdela in biofuel production, where its metabolic pathways can be exploited to convert biomass into biofuels, contributing to renewable energy solutions. Overall, the diverse capabilities of Rahnella ecdela in these industrial sectors highlight its importance as a versatile microorganism in modern biotechnology.

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: 8

LLM predicted phenotypes: 5

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

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