Genetic recombination is a fundamental process in the world of microbiology, playing a pivotal role in bacterial evolution and adaptation. Bacteria, despite their simple unicellular structure, possess remarkable genetic diversity and adaptability. This is primarily due to their ability to engage in genetic recombination. This process allows bacteria to acquire […]
Nipah virus (NiV) is a zoonotic pathogen that has caused outbreaks in several Asian countries. Nipah belongs to the genus Henipavirus. The virus was named after the Malaysian village where it was first identified in 1999. With its high mortality rate and potential for human-to-human transmission, Nipah virus poses a […]
Nipah Virus: An Emerging Threat to Global Health: Nipah virus (NiV) is a zoonotic pathogen that has caused outbreaks in several Asian countries primarily in Bangladesh, Malaysia, India, and Singapore. Nipah virus belongs to the genus Henipavirus. The virus was named after the Malaysian village where it was first identified […]
Cell walls are rigid structures surrounding plant, fungal, and bacterial cells, providing support, protection, and regulating cell shape and osmotic pressure. The chemical structure and organization of cell wall in different groups varies considerably. The bacterial cell wall is a protective outer layer made of peptidoglycan, providing structural support. It […]
Carboxysomes Learning objectives: What are Carboxysomes? Structure and Functions of Carboxysomes. Types of Carboxysomes. Applications of Carboxysomes in Biotechnology and Synthetic Biology In the previous post, we discussed the General Characteristics of Cyanobacteria. Cyanobacteria use the energy of sunlight to drive photosynthesis. The fixation of CO2 is a prime event […]