Publications by authors named "Leyla Asserella-Rebollo"
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- Research over the past two decades has gathered significant information on the Atacama Desert's microbiome, but there is still limited knowledge on free-living amoebae (FLA) in the region.
- FLA are diverse protists that consume various organic materials and can spread infections; 29 taxa have been identified in southern Atacama's arid shrublands, with 416 taxa spanning all of Chile.
- The study highlights the discovery of FLA in river water and sediment samples from the pre-Andean Antofagasta Region, urging more research into FLA distribution in other local wetlands.
Free-living amoebas (FLAs) are microorganisms, unicellular protozoa widely distributed in nature and present in different environments, such as water or soil; they are maintained in ecosystems and play a fundamental role in the biological control of bacteria, other protozoa, and mushrooms. In particular circumstances, some can reach humans or animals, promoting several health complications. Notably, FLAs are characterized by a robust capacity to survive in extreme environments.
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