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The Cultivation, Growth, and Viability of Lactic Acid Bacteria: A Quality Control Perspective
Published on: June 16, 2022
Potential probiotic-associated traits revealed from completed high quality genome sequence of Lactobacillus fermentum
Burhan Lehri1, Alan M Seddon1, Andrey V Karlyshev1
1School of Life Sciences, Pharmacy and Chemistry, SEC Faculty, Kingston University, Penryn Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 2EE UK.
Abstract:
The article provides an overview of the genomic features of Lactobacillus fermentum strain 3872. The genomic sequence reported here is one of three L. fermentum genome sequences completed to date. Comparative genomic analysis allowed the identification of genes that may be contributing to enhanced probiotic properties of this strain. In particular, the genes encoding putative mucus binding proteins, collagen-binding proteins, class III bacteriocin, as well as exopolysaccharide and prophage-related genes were identified. Genes related to bacterial aggregation and survival under harsh conditions in the gastrointestinal tract, along with the genes required for vitamin production were also found.
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