Phenotypic and Genomic Insights Into Bacillus spp. and Peribacillus spp. of Spanish Olive Groves With Biotechnological Potential.

Spore-forming organisms are an integral component of the rhizosphere, providing plants with significant advantages. Previous studies determined the antimicrobial activity of the olive sporobiota, identifying five candidates of particular relevance, belonging to the Bacillus subtilis, Peribacillus simplex and Bacillus cereus clade. This study aimed to determine their biotechnological properties, safety aspects, spore structure and resistance, and interaction with the environment through a combined microbiological and genomic approach.

Dual effects of a bacteriocin-producing CF-6HA, isolated from fermented aloreña table olives, as potential probiotic and antimicrobial agent.

The probiotic potential of CF-6HA isolated from traditionally fermented Aloreña table olives was analyzed and . Results obtained suggested that this strain can be catalogued as "talented" bacterium exhibiting bacteriocin production with antimicrobial activity against human/animal and plant pathogens, such as and . The robustness, safety and probiotic potential of CF-6HA was confirmed by analysis.

Simply Versatile: The Use of in Sustainable Agriculture.

is a Gram-positive, spore-forming bacterium derived from a vast range of different origins. Notably, it is part of the plant-growth-promoting rhizobacterial community of many crops. Although members of the family have been widely used in agriculture, has, so far, remained in the shadow of its more famous relatives, e.

Antimicrobial profile of the culturable olive sporobiota and its potential as a source of biocontrol agents for major phytopathogens in olive agriculture.

Background: The phytopathogens Xylella fastidiosa and Verticillium dahliae present an unparalleled threat to olive agriculture. However, there is no efficient field treatment available today for either pest. Spore-forming bacteria (i.

Metagenomic insights into microbial contamination in critical healthcare environments and the efficacy of a novel "HLE" disinfectant.

Background: Bacterial contamination on inanimate clinical surfaces is directly linked to severe health problems, especially those caused by multidrug resistant (MDR) pathogens. Here, we evaluated the microbial burden in these environments and tested the efficacy of a novel HLE disinfectant solution.

Methods: Microbial contamination of healthcare surfaces [Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Long Period Hospitalization Room (LPHR) and Otolaryngology Consultation (OC)] and the efficacy of HLE disinfectant solution were determined analyzing the viable counts on general and selective media, and also by molecular studies focused on metagenomic and specific qPCR.