Insights through Genetics of Halophilic Microorganisms and Their Viruses

Genes

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Rafael Montalvo-Rodríguez¹  JulieA. Maupin-Furlow² 

[1] Department of Biology, University of Puerto Rico, Box 9000, Mayagüez, PR 00681, USA;

[2] Department of Microbiology and Cell Science, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611, USA;

关键词: halophile;    archaea;    bacteria;    fungi;    virus;    genomics;   

DOI  :  10.3390/genes11040388

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Halophilic microorganisms are found in all domains of life and thrive in hypersaline (high salt content) environments. These unusual microbes have been a subject of study for many years due to their interesting properties and physiology. Study of the genetics of halophilic microorganisms (from gene expression and regulation to genomics) has provided understanding into mechanisms of how life can occur at high salinity levels. Here we highlight recent studies that advance knowledge of biological function through study of the genetics of halophilic microorganisms and their viruses.

【 授权许可】

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