Identification of plasmids from Brazilian strains.

is an opportunistic pathogen found in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. infections are difficult to treat, and many strains are resistant to antibiotics. Recently, a novel plasmid (pChV1) was discovered in the type strain ATCC 12472, suggesting that other strains may harbor extra-chromosomal DNA.

MBSP1: a biosurfactant protein derived from a metagenomic library with activity in oil degradation.

Microorganisms represent the most abundant biomass on the planet; however, because of several cultivation technique limitations, most of this genetic patrimony has been inaccessible. Due to the advent of metagenomic methodologies, such limitations have been overcome. Prevailing over these limitations enabled the genetic pool of non-cultivable microorganisms to be exploited for improvements in the development of biotechnological products.