Pseudoalteromonas tunicata

General Information

Pseudoalteromonas tunicata is a fascinating marine bacterium known for its unique bioactive compounds that have significant ecological and biotechnological implications. This microorganism is particularly interesting due to its ability to produce a variety of pigments, including violacein, which has antibacterial, antifungal, and antiprotozoal properties. These pigments not only give P. tunicata its distinctive coloration but also play a crucial role in its interactions with other marine organisms. One of the most remarkable features of P. tunicata is its antifouling capabilities. It produces compounds that inhibit the settlement of other marine organisms, such as algae, barnacles, and tunicates, on surfaces where it colonizes. This property makes P. tunicata a subject of intense research for developing environmentally friendly antifouling coatings for ships and underwater structures. Additionally, P. tunicata has been studied for its symbiotic relationships with marine invertebrates. It often associates with the surfaces of these organisms, providing them with protection against pathogens through its antimicrobial activities. This symbiosis highlights the potential of P. tunicata in natural product discovery and the development of new antimicrobial agents. From a genetic perspective, P. tunicata possesses a highly versatile genome that allows it to adapt to various marine environments. Its genetic makeup includes numerous genes involved in the production of secondary metabolites, which are crucial for its survival and competitive edge in the marine ecosystem. In summary, Pseudoalteromonas tunicata is a marine bacterium of great interest due to its bioactive compound production, antifouling properties, and symbiotic relationships with marine invertebrates. Its potential applications in biotechnology and medicine make it a valuable organism for ongoing and future research.

Pseudoalteromonas tunicata is a marine bacterium that has garnered significant interest due to its unique ecological role and potential biotechnological applications. This organism is primarily found in marine environments, particularly associated with the surfaces of marine organisms and in sediments. One of the most fascinating aspects of P. tunicata is its ability to produce a variety of bioactive compounds, including antimicrobial agents, which can inhibit the growth of various pathogenic microorganisms. This characteristic makes it a valuable candidate for research in the field of natural product discovery and development of new antibiotics. Additionally, P. tunicata is known for its capacity to degrade complex organic materials, which positions it as a potential player in bioremediation efforts, particularly in marine ecosystems affected by pollution. The organism's metabolic versatility allows it to utilize a range of substrates, contributing to nutrient cycling in its habitat. Furthermore, studies have shown that P. tunicata can produce exopolysaccharides, which have applications in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics due to their thickening and stabilizing properties. The exploration of these compounds could lead to innovative uses in various industries. In summary, Pseudoalteromonas tunicata stands out not only for its ecological significance in marine environments but also for its potential contributions to biotechnology and environmental science, making it a subject of ongoing research and interest.

Taxonomy

Superkingdom: Bacteria

Phylum: Pseudomonadota

Class: Gammaproteobacteria

Order: Alteromonadales

Family: Pseudoalteromonadaceae

Genus: Pseudoalteromonas

Species: Pseudoalteromonas tunicata

NCBI ID

314281

Genome Info

FTP Path:
ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/genomes/all/GCF/003/568/825/GCF_003568825.1_ASM356882v1

File for sequence-based predictions:
GCF_003568825.1_ASM356882v1_genomic.fasta

Descriptions

Clinical Implications and Relevance

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

The marine bacterium Pseudoalteromonas tunicata has garnered attention for its potential clinical implications in human health and disease. This organism is primarily known for its role in marine environments, but it has been isolated from various sources, including human-associated environments. Its relevance in clinical settings is linked to its production of bioactive compounds, which may have therapeutic applications. One of the notable aspects of Pseudoalteromonas tunicata is its ability to produce antimicrobial compounds, which can inhibit the growth of various pathogenic bacteria. This characteristic positions it as a potential candidate for the development of new antibiotics or antimicrobial agents to combat resistant strains of bacteria. In terms of pathogenicity, there is limited evidence suggesting that Pseudoalteromonas tunicata may be associated with opportunistic infections, particularly in immunocompromised individuals. However, the clinical significance of such infections remains under investigation, and more research is needed to fully understand its role in human disease. Additionally, the organism has been studied for its potential use in probiotics, given its ability to interact with the human microbiome. Its effects on gut health and the immune system are areas of ongoing research, with the hope that it may contribute positively to human health. Overall, while Pseudoalteromonas tunicata is primarily recognized for its ecological role, its potential applications in medicine, particularly in the development of new therapeutic agents and its interactions with the human microbiome, warrant further exploration.

Habitat and Ecological Niches

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

Pseudoalteromonas tunicata is a marine bacterium commonly found in coastal waters and marine sediments. This organism thrives in environments characterized by high salinity and nutrient availability, often associated with macroalgae and coral reefs. Its ecological niche is primarily within the benthic zone, where it plays a significant role in nutrient cycling and organic matter decomposition. In these marine ecosystems, P. tunicata exhibits notable interactions with its surroundings, including the production of bioactive compounds that can inhibit the growth of pathogenic microorganisms. This ability not only contributes to the health of the surrounding marine flora and fauna but also highlights its role in biocontrol within the ecosystem. Additionally, P. tunicata is known for its symbiotic relationships with various marine organisms, including sponges and corals. These interactions can enhance the fitness of the host organisms by providing essential nutrients and improving their resistance to stressors such as disease and environmental changes. The adaptability of P. tunicata to varying temperature and salinity levels further underscores its ecological significance in dynamic marine environments.

Industrial Application

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

The marine bacterium Pseudoalteromonas tunicata has shown significant potential in various industrial applications due to its unique biochemical properties. One of the most notable areas is biotechnology, where Pseudoalteromonas tunicata is utilized for its ability to produce a range of bioactive compounds, including antimicrobial peptides and enzymes. These compounds can be harnessed in the development of new pharmaceuticals, particularly in the fight against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. In the realm of waste management, Pseudoalteromonas tunicata has demonstrated capabilities in biodegradation, particularly in the breakdown of complex organic materials. This makes it a candidate for use in bioremediation processes, where it can help in the detoxification of polluted environments, such as oil spills or heavy metal contamination. Furthermore, this microorganism is also being explored for its role in biofuel production. Its metabolic pathways can be leveraged in fermentation processes to convert biomass into biofuels, providing a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. The efficiency of Pseudoalteromonas tunicata in utilizing various substrates for fermentation can enhance the yield of bioethanol and other biofuels. Overall, Pseudoalteromonas tunicata stands out as a versatile microorganism with promising applications in pharmaceutical development, waste management, and biofuel production, making it a valuable asset in the ongoing search for sustainable industrial solutions.

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: 3

Phenotype	High-quality annotation	anthropic/claude-3.5-sonnet	google/gemini-flash-1.5	google/gemma-7b-it	meta-llama/llama-3-8b-instruct:nitro	google/palm-2-chat-bison-32k	meta-llama/llama-3-70b-instruct:nitro	mistralai/mixtral-8x7b-instruct:nitro	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	microsoft/wizardlm-2-8x22b	microsoft/wizardlm-2-8x22b	openai/gpt-4o	openai/gpt-4o	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	microsoft/phi-3-mini-128k-instruct	microsoft/phi-3-mini-128k-instruct	mistralai/mistral-7b-instruct	mistralai/mistral-7b-instruct
Motility	N/A	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 ✓	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 ✗	N/A	gram stain negative ✓
Aerophilicity	aerobic	aerobic ✓	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	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	N/A	N/A
Extreme environment tolerance	FALSE	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗
Biofilm formation	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 ✓	true ✓
Animal pathogenicity	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 ✓	false ✓	false ✓
Biosafety level	biosafety level 1	biosafety level 1 ✓	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 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	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	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	false	false	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	false	false	false	false	false	false
Host association	FALSE	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗
Plant 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 ✓
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	N/A	N/A	gamma	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	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 ✓	coccus ✗	coccus ✗	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓

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