Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Psychropiezophilic microorganisms.

R Margesin1, Y Nogi

  • 1Institute of Microbiology, Leopold Franzens University, Technikerstrasse 25, A-6020 Innsbruck, Austria. rosa.margesin@uibk.ac.at

Cellular and Molecular Biology (Noisy-Le-Grand, France)
|November 9, 2004
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

A novel mutation that affects utilization of galactose in Saccharomyces cerevisiae.

Current genetics·2013
Same author

A novel mutation that affects utilization of galactose in Saccharomyces cerevisiae II. A partial aneuploid for chromosome II isolated as a revertant of the mutant.

Current genetics·2013
Same author

Cold-loving microbes, plants, and animals--fundamental and applied aspects.

Die Naturwissenschaften·2006
Same author

Characterization of cold-active pectate lyases from psychrophilic Mrakia frigida.

Letters in applied microbiology·2005
Same author

Hyper-production of an isomalto-dextranase of an Arthrobacter sp. by a proteases-deficient Bacillus subtilis: sequencing, properties, and crystallization of the recombinant enzyme.

Applied microbiology and biotechnology·2004
Same author

Enzymatic properties and nucleotide and amino acid sequences of a thermostable beta-agarase from a novel species of deep-sea Microbulbifer.

Applied microbiology and biotechnology·2004
Same journal

Differential effects of high-sucrose and high-fat diets on metabolic syndrome, BBB integrity, and hippocampal Aβ accumulation.

Cellular and molecular biology (Noisy-le-Grand, France)·2026
Same journal

CRISPR systems in cancer therapeutics and diagnostics.

Cellular and molecular biology (Noisy-le-Grand, France)·2026
Same journal

Sex-specific effects of fluoxetine on REM sleep deprivation-induced behavioral impairments and BDNF downregulation in rats.

Cellular and molecular biology (Noisy-le-Grand, France)·2026
Same journal

Gene polymorphism and serum level of RANKL among patients with rheumatoid arthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Cellular and molecular biology (Noisy-le-Grand, France)·2026
Same journal

Effect of peniocerol on human meniscal fibrochondrocyte inflammation induced by IL-1β and TNF-α through the NF-κB signaling pathway.

Cellular and molecular biology (Noisy-le-Grand, France)·2026
Same journal

Integrated density functional theory, molecular docking, and pharmacokinetic modeling of mukonal and its derivatives as inhibitors of the Plasmodium falciparum TFIIH complex (Tfb5 subunit).

Cellular and molecular biology (Noisy-le-Grand, France)·2026
See all related articles

Deep-sea bacteria are uniquely adapted to extreme environments, often being both piezophilic (pressure-loving) and psychrophilic (cold-loving). This review covers their taxonomy, cellular fatty acid composition, and biotechnological applications.

Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Biotechnology
  • Oceanography

Background:

  • Deep-sea bacteria inhabit extreme environments characterized by high pressure and low temperatures.
  • These microorganisms possess unique adaptations, including piezophilic and psychrophilic traits, enabling survival.
  • Understanding these adaptations is crucial for exploring microbial life in extreme habitats.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current knowledge on psychrophiezophilic microorganisms from the deep sea.
  • To summarize their taxonomic classifications and cellular fatty acid profiles.
  • To explore the biotechnological potential of these unique microbes.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing studies on deep-sea microorganisms.
  • Analysis of taxonomic data for psychrophiezophilic bacteria.

Related Experiment Videos

  • Examination of cellular fatty acid composition in relation to environmental adaptations.

    • Main Results:

    • Most isolated deep-sea strains exhibit both piezophilic and psychrophilic characteristics.
    • Cellular fatty acid composition is a key factor in adaptation to cold and high pressure.
    • Significant biotechnological potential exists for these microorganisms.

    Conclusions:

    • Psychrophiezophilic bacteria represent a distinct group of extremophiles with specialized adaptations.
    • Their unique biochemistry offers opportunities for novel biotechnological applications.
    • Further research is warranted to fully exploit their potential in various industries.