Optimized Combinations of Filtrates of <i>Trichoderma</i> spp., <i>Metarhizium</i> spp., and <i>Bacillus</i> spp. in the Biocontrol of Rice Pests and Diseases by Xifen Zhang, Lusheng Chen, Zhenxu Bai, Yaqian Li, Jie Chen

“…RNA-seq analysis and transmission electron microscope observations were carried out to identify the major functions of the most effective culture filtrates against <i>Magnaporthe oryzae</i> (the pathogen causing rice blast disease) and <i>Chilo suppressalis</i> (an insect pest in rice cultivation). …”
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Methylations with methanol via bioinspired catalytic C–O bond cleavage by Qing Huang, Yao Xiang, Yaqi Wu, Yuzhu Zheng, Rong-Zhen Liao, Youwei Xie

“…Inspired by MeOH metabolism by methyltransferase complex in certain methanogenic microorganisms that contain a Brønsted acid cluster flanked by a Zinc moiety, we successfully identify the combination of an easily available Brønsted acid and Zn(OTf)2 as a highly efficient and practical binary catalyst for cooperative MeOH activation. …”
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Genetic isolation and metabolic complexity of an Antarctic subglacial microbiome by Kyung Mo Kim, Kyuin Hwang, Hanbyul Lee, Ahnna Cho, Christina L. Davis, Brent C. Christner, John C. Priscu, Ok-Sun Kim

“…Comparative analyses show that most genomes correspond to new species and taxonomic groups, with phylogenomic and functional evidence supporting their genetic isolation from marine and surface biomes. …”
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Impact of postharvest management practices on the microbiome of blueberry from Tucumán, Argentina by María Florencia Perez, Florencia Isabel Chacón, Pedro Eugenio Sineli, Anja Poehlein, Rolf Daniel, Julián Rafael Dib

“…In contrast, commercial blueberries showed increased fungal diversity, including ASVs associated to cold-tolerant pathogens like Botrytis caroliniana and beneficial yeasts such as Vishniacozyma victoriae and Sporobolomyces roseus, which may have applications in biocontrol and functional food development. This study demonstrated that postharvest practices significantly influence microbial diversity and composition, revealing potential microbial biomarkers that reflect regional production conditions and handling strategies. …”
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Rumen DNA virome and its relationship with feed efficiency in dairy cows by Xiaohan Liu, Yifan Tang, Hongyi Chen, Jian-Xin Liu, Hui-Zeng Sun

“…The study annotated 2,382 auxiliary metabolic genes (AMGs), comprising 1,752 lytic virus-associated AMGs across 51 functional categories and 589 temperate virus-associated AMGs across 29 categories. …”
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A review on probiotics and dietary bioactives: Insights on metabolic well-being, gut microbiota, and inflammatory responses by Alice Njolke Mafe, Great Iruoghene Edo, Osamah S. Majeed, Tayser Sumer Gaaz, Patrick Othuke Akpoghelie, Endurance Fegor Isoje, Ufuoma Augustina Igbuku, Joseph Oghenewogaga Owheruo, Rapheal Ajiri Opiti, Yasal Garba, Arthur Efeoghene Athan Essaghah, Dina S. Ahmed, Huzaifa Umar

“…By examining the connections between probiotics, gut microbiota, and outcomes such as digestive health, immune function, and metabolic well-being, this review identifies conditions where probiotics show potential benefits. …”
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Green-synthesized silver nanoparticles of Cinnamomum zeylanicum and their biological activities by Noureen Asia, Ahmad Faisal, Younas Farhan, Wondmie Gezahign Fentahun, Ibenmoussa Samir, Shazly Gamal A., Bourhia Mohammed

“…Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy used to identified the functional groups in plant extract responsible for reducing AgNO3 to AgNPs. …”
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Enhancing the oxidation of polystyrene through a homogeneous liquid degradation system for effective microbial degradation by Hong Rae Kim, Hye Yeon Koh, Hyeyoung Shin, Dong-Eun Suh, Sukkyoo Lee, Donggeon Choi

“…Chemical structure analysis highlighted the distinct formation of –OH and C=O functional groups in the liquid state compared to those in the solid state. …”
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The gut–eye axis: from brain neurodegenerative diseases to age-related macular degeneration by Qianzi Jin, Suyu Wang, Yujia Yao, Qin Jiang, Keran Li

“…The microbiome is defined as a large ecosystem of microorganisms living within and coexisting with a host. …”
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The role of various factors in the process of biofilm formation by bacilli by G.R. Akhmetova, N.L. Rudakova, T.L. Din, M.R. Sharipova

“…The strategy of existence of microorganisms in the structure of biofilms determines their adaptation to specific environmental conditions. …”
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Endogenous Endophthalmitis: A Review of Case Series Published between 2011 and 2020 by Ciprian Danielescu, Nicoleta Anton, Horia Tudor Stanca, Mihnea Munteanu

“…K. pneumoniae may carry antibiotic resistance. Anatomical and functional success rates are small, but they may be improved with PPV.…”
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Unveiling the potential of a tri-seed synthesis approach: synthesis of zinc nanoparticles with enhanced antimicrobial properties by Aliyu Shehu, Oluwole Okunola Joshua, Uduma A. Uduma

“…FTIR analysis revealed the presence of functional groups such as Zn–O, C–O, HOH, CO₂, and OH, associated with capping agents and surface modifications. …”
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Mechanisms of Flavor Substance Formation in Pengqi Sauce Based On an Integrated Analysis of Absolute Microbial Quantification and Volatomics by Xiaojie Hou, Hongmei Yin, Xiaodie Qin, Jingjing Zhang, Yangyang Wang, Weiming Su, Hui Cao, Hui Wang

“…ABSTRACT Pengqi sauce is a traditional Chinese naturally fermented aquatic product, and its unique flavor formation mechanism is closely related to microbial function. In this study, we combined metabolomics and microbiomics techniques to analyze the flavor evolution and the rules and mechanisms of bacterial flora action during the natural fermentation process of Wedelia sauce. …”
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Potential innovations from the application of beneficial soil microbes to promote sustainable crop production by Chinenyenwa Fortune CHUKWUNEME, Ayansina Segun AYANGBENRO, Vittori VENTURI, Bernard R. GLICK, Olubukola Oluranti BABALOLA

“…Soil microbes accomplish these beneficial functions via several mechanisms. Here, an elaborate description of the molecular mechanisms of plant growth-promotion by soil microbes and the potential of these organisms to be used as biofertilizers and biopesticides to improve plant health is provided. …”
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The Gut Bacteria of <i>Gampsocleis gratiosa</i> (Orthoptera: Tettigoniidae) by Culturomics by Hongmei Li, Huimin Huang, Ying Jia, Yuwei Tong, Zhijun Zhou

“…These data reflect the physiological functions of the intestinal microorganisms of <i>G. gratiosa</i> and provide support for subsequent research on the interaction mechanism between microorganisms and their hosts.…”
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Interspecies signaling modulates the biosynthesis of antimicrobial secondary metabolites related to biological control activities of Pseudomonas fluorescens 2P24 by Nannan Zhang, Xianfeng Zhu, Xuanying Tao, Jie Li, Qi Tang, Xiaochun Liu, Li-Ming Luo, Pingping Zhang, Li-Qun Zhang, Yong-Xing He, Honghua Ge

“…ABSTRACT Signaling between rhizosphere microorganisms is crucial in bacteria interaction and communication, shaping the rhizomicrobiome. …”
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Investigation of Microbial Community Characteristics in Pepper Rhizosphere at Seedling Stage Under Varied Soil Conditions by Yuyu ZHANG, Zhixiong CHEN, Fang CHEN, Jinqiang YAN, Junyu WU, Qingyuan XI, Shumei GE

“…The interaction of rhizosphere microorganisms forms a complex microbial ecological network structure. …”
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Synthesis of new Cu(II), Ni(II), and Cd(II)-(N-Glycyl-L-leucine) complexes as peptide metalloantibiotics for targeting pathogenic water with antioxidant effect investigation by Safaa S. Hassan, Eman F. Mohamed, Kirolos Maged, Salma Hassan, Alaa Omran Hamad, Shahinda Nasr, Salma Reda, Poula Nabil, Andrew George, Mohamed M. Shoukry, Samar A. Aly, Ahmed M. Mongy, Entsar E. Badr, Khaled A. Abou Elfetouh, Aml M. Saleh

“…These results underscore the potential of Cu(II)-chelate as a multi-functional compound with applications in water purification and therapeutic fields.…”
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Rhodopsin from Haloquadratum walsbyi is a light-driven magnesium transporter by Ling-Ning Ko, Guo Zhen Lim, Jui-Chien Chen, Ta Ko, Guan-Yi Li, Chii-Shen Yang

“…Abstract The functionally unknown Middle rhodopsin (HwMR) is a microbial rhodopsin (mRho) identified in Haloquadratum walsbyi, an archaeon that thrives in a 2 M MgCl2 environment harmful to most other microorganisms. …”
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Multi-omics analysis reveals the core microbiome and biomarker for nutrition degradation in alfalfa silage fermentation by Yuan Wang, Yunlei Sun, KeXin Huang, Yu Gao, Yufan Lin, Baojie Yuan, Xin Wang, Gang Xu, Luiz Gustavo Nussio, Fuyu Yang, Kuikui Ni

“…This study, integrating culturomics and metagenomics, has successfully identified core microorganisms involved in silage fermentation, including those at low abundance. …”
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