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Newest firstCannabis sativa L. is a multipurpose crop of increasing agricultural and medical relevance, whose productivity and phytocannabinoid profile are influenced not only by genotype and environmental factors but also by the composition of its microbiota. This review synthesizes current knowledge (2020-2026) on the rhizosphere and endophytic microbiota of hemp, with particular emphasis on plant growth-promoting bacteria…
Open article record in new tab ↗The widespread emergence of multidrug-resistant pathogenic bacteria across various environments, healthcare settings, and food industries, combined with the development of new methods to combat them, highlights the need for more precise, rapid, and cost-effective pathogen detection techniques. This is especially important for clinically relevant pathogens, as it allows treatment to begin as quickly as possible, en…
Introduction Shaoyao Gancao Decoction (SGD), a classical traditional Chinese medicine formula, has been clinically reported to improve symptoms of functional constipation (FC), although its underlying mechanisms remain unclear. This study aimed to explore the clinical efficacy and gut microbiota modulation of SGD in patients with FC. Methods A self-controlled pilot study was conducted in 20 patients diagnosed with…
Hemp field retting is a bioprocess that facilitates fibre extraction by degrading pectin and other matrix components surrounding fibre bundles. However, traditional methods rely on empirical practices, often resulting in inconsistent fibre quality. This study investigates the biodiversity-function relationship in the hemp retting ecosystem to identify microbial and enzymatic indicators for improved process control…
The article presents the impact of ecological additives on selected parameters and the microbiological distribution of marine engine oil (Marinol). With the development of industry and the automotive sector in general, it has become apparent that the problem of microbial contamination is still relevant and is becoming increasingly widespread. The author decided to investigate the impact of additives, namely silver…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Seeds provide a unique environment shaped by co-evolutionary processes, hosting diverse microbial communities. While microbiome studies have uncovered an extensive diversity of microorganisms, culture-based approaches remain crucial for understanding microbial potential and functional interactions. However, the factors influencing microbial culturability within seeds are not well understood. Results In…
Open article record in new tab ↗Cannabidiol (CBD) as an active ingredient is widely used in cosmetics, food, medical products, and dietary supplements. Recent studies suggest that CBD consumption may influence the gut microbiome, impacting overall health. The mechanism of CBD action on the intestinal microbiome may be linked to the endocannabinoid system, which plays a role in the normalization of the functions of the immune system. Additionally…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background The human gut microbiome-endocannabinoidome axis is crucial for several homeostatic processes, including inflammation and energy metabolism, and is influenced by many endogenous and exogenous factors, such as dietary habits. Changes in the gut microbiome in response to seasonal variations were previously reported and tentatively attributed to shifts in dietary patterns. However, there is a need for long…
Most equipment used in aquaculture farms is made of plastic. Plastics-associated biofilms may contain potential human pathogenic bacteria (PHPB) and antibiotic-resistant bacteria (ARB). Understanding the influence of farming practices on the biofouling development and composition is thus essential to control associated microbiological risks. We combined results from metabarcoding analyses, bacterial cultures, and…
Introduction Preeclampsia (PE) is a pregnancy-specific multisystem disorder and a leading cause of maternal and perinatal mortality globally. Despite numerous studies highlighting the potential roles of gut microbiota, anandamide (AEA), and Vitamin D (VitD) in PE, none have established them as reliable biomarkers for predicting disease onset. Moreover, their interactions in late-stage pregnancy women remain poorly…
Proper retting process of hemp stems, in which efficient separation of cellulose fiber from the rest of the stem is promoted by indigenous microorganisms able to degrade pectin, is essential for fiber production and quality. This research aimed to investigate the effect of a pre-treatment dew retting in field of hemp stalks on the pectinolytic enzymatic activity and microbiota dynamic during lab-scale water rettin…
Open article record in new tab ↗The current development of industrial hemp "Cannabis Sativa L." fibers for technical textiles and industrial applications requires high-quality fibers with homogeneous properties. However, several factors have been reported to influence the fibers' intrinsic properties, including a post-harvest process known as retting. This process plays a crucial role in facilitating the mechanical extraction of fibers from hemp…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background The use of industrial Cannabis sativa L. for recreational, cosmeceutical, nutraceutical, and medicinal purposes has gained momentum due to its rich content of valuable phytochemicals, such as cannabidiol (CBD) and cannabigerol (CBG). However, there are concerns regarding the risk of microbial contamination in plants grown outside controlled environments. Microbes associated with hemp can be either epiph…
Microbes and enzymes play essential roles in soil and plant rhizosphere ecosystem functioning. However, fungicides and plant root secretions may impact the diversity and abundance of microbiota structure and enzymatic activities in the plant rhizosphere. In this study, we analyzed soil samples from the rhizosphere of four cannabinoid-rich hemp (Cannabis sativa) cultivars (Otto II, BaOx, Cherry Citrus, and Wife) su…
The seed-endophytic bacterial community is a potentially beneficial and heritable fraction of the plant microbiome. Its utilization as a sustainable crop improvement strategy could be especially valuable for species such as hemp, where production is being scaled up and new challenges will be faced in managing crop productivity and health. However, little is known about the makeup and variation of the hemp seed mic…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Beyond carrying the plant embryo, seeds harbour intricate microbial communities whose transmission across successive plant generations can significantly influence the ecological and evolutionary dynamics of plant-microbe symbioses. The process of plant domestication has potential repercussions in genes involved in plant-microbiome interactions. However, the extent to which breeding can impact the seed m…
Background Ticks are vectors of various pathogens, including tick-borne encephalitis virus causing TBE and bacteria such as Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato and Anaplasma phagocytophilum causing e.g. viral-bacterial co-infections (TBE + LB/HGA), which pose diagnostic and therapeutic problems. Since these infections are usually accompanied by inflammation and oxidative stress causing metabolic modifications, includi…
Bioactive lipids such as endocannabinoids serve as important modulators of host health and disease through their effects on various host functions including central metabolism, gut physiology, and immunity. Furthermore, changes to the gut microbiome caused by external factors such as diet or by disease development have been associated with altered endocannabinoid tone and disease outcomes. These observations sugge…
Open article record in new tab ↗Bacteriophage endolysins are peptidoglycan hydrolases composed of cell binding domain (CBD) and an enzymatically active domain. A phage endolysin CBD can be used for detecting bacteria owing to its high specificity and sensitivity toward the bacterial cell wall. We aimed to develop a method for detection of Enterococcus faecalis using an endolysin CBD. The gene encoding the CBD of ECP3 phage endolysin was cloned i…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background It is worrisome that several pollutants can enhance the abundance of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in the environment, including agricultural fungicides. As an important bioindicator for environmental risk assessment, earthworm is still a neglected focus that the effects of the fungicide carbendazim (CBD) residues on the gut microbiome and resistome are largely unknown. In this study, Eisenia fetid…
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