The
extracellular
matrix
of
microbial
biofilms
has
traditionally
been
viewed
as
a
structural
scaffold
that
retains
the
resident
bacteria
in
biofilm.
Moreover,
role
tolerance
to
antimicrobials
and
environmental
stressors
was
recognized
early
biofilm
research.
However,
research
progressed
it
became
apparent
can
also
be
involved
processes
such
bacterial
migration,
genetic
exchange,
ion
capture
signalling.
More
recently,
evidence
accumulated
have
catalytic
functions.
Here
we
review
foundational
on
this
fascinating
matrix.
Frontiers in Microbiology,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
15
Опубликована: Апрель 12, 2024
Leaves
of
Camellia
sinensis
plants
are
used
to
produce
tea,
one
the
most
consumed
beverages
worldwide,
containing
a
wide
variety
bioactive
compounds
that
help
promote
human
health.
Tea
cultivation
is
economically
important,
and
its
sustainable
production
can
have
significant
consequences
in
providing
agricultural
opportunities
lowering
extreme
poverty.
Soil
parameters
well
known
affect
quality
resultant
leaves
consequently,
understanding
diversity
functions
soil
microorganisms
tea
gardens
will
provide
insight
harnessing
microbial
communities
improve
yield
quality.
Current
analyses
indicate
garden
soils
possess
rich
composition
diverse
(bacteria
fungi)
which
bacterial
Proteobacteria,
Actinobacteria,
Acidobacteria,
Firmicutes
Chloroflexi
fungal
Ascomycota,
Basidiomycota,
Glomeromycota
prominent
groups.
When
optimized,
these
microbes’
function
keeping
ecosystems
balanced
by
acting
on
nutrient
cycling
processes,
biofertilizers,
biocontrol
pests
pathogens,
bioremediation
persistent
organic
chemicals.
Here,
we
summarize
research
activities
(tea
garden)
as
biological
control
agents
bioremediators
health
quality,
focusing
mainly
members.
Recent
advances
molecular
techniques
characterize
examined.
In
terms
viruses
there
paucity
information
regarding
any
beneficial
gardens,
although
some
instances
insect
pathogenic
been
pests.
The
potential
reported
here,
recent
study
their
genetic
manipulation,
aimed
at
improving
for
production.
Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
109(1)
Опубликована: Янв. 29, 2025
Abstract
The
rapid
advancement
of
nanotechnology,
particularly
in
the
realm
pharmaceutical
sciences,
has
significantly
transformed
potential
for
treating
life-threatening
diseases.
A
pivotal
aspect
this
evolution
is
emergence
“green
nanotechnology,”
which
emphasizes
environmentally
sustainable
synthesis
raw
materials
through
biological
processes.
This
review
focuses
on
and
application
zinc
oxide
(ZnO)
nanoparticles
(NPs)
from
probiotic
bacteria,
those
sourced
wastewater.
Microorganisms
wastewater
tolerate
harmful
elements
enzymatically
convert
toxic
heavy
metals
into
eco-friendly
materials.
These
bacteria
are
instrumental
ZnO
NPs
exhibit
remarkable
antimicrobial
properties
with
diverse
industrial
applications.
As
challenge
drug-resistant
pathogens
escalates,
innovative
strategies
combating
microbial
infections
essential.
explores
intersection
microbiology,
antibacterial
resistance,
highlighting
importance
selecting
suitable
synthesizing
potent
activity.
Additionally,
addresses
biofunctionalization
their
applications
environmental
remediation
therapeutic
innovations,
including
wound
healing,
antibacterial,
anticancer
treatments.
Eco-friendly
NP
relies
identification
these
“nano-factories.”
Targeting
can
uncover
new
capabilities,
advancing
friendly
production
methods.
Key
points
•
Innovative
needed
to
combat
like
MRSA.
Wastewater-derived
an
method
synthesis.
show
significant
activity
against
various
pathogens.
