An Intestinal Bacillus velezensis Isolate Displays Broad-Spectrum Antibacterial Activity and Prevents Infection of Both Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Pathogens <i>In Vivo</i>
Hyuntae Byun, Mary R. Brockett, Qinqin Pu, Andrew J. Hrycko, Joris Beld, Jun Zhu
Abstract
. By expanding our knowledge of the antimicrobial properties of bacteria in the gut microbiome, we hope to contribute insights for developing novel drugs and therapeutic interventions.
Topics & Concepts
BiologyGramMicrobiologyBroad spectrumAntimicrobialAntibioticsMicrobiomeIn vivoGram-negative bacteriaBacillus (shape)BacteriaBioinformaticsEscherichia coliBiotechnologyGeneticsGeneChemistryCombinatorial chemistryProbiotics and Fermented FoodsGut microbiota and healthBacteriophages and microbial interactions