Haloterrigena sp. Strain SGH1, a Bacterioruberin-Rich, Perchlorate-Tolerant Halophilic Archaeon Isolated From Halite Microbial Communities, Atacama Desert, Chile [PDF]
Frontiers in Microbiology, 2020 An extreme halophilic archaeon, strain SGH1, is a novel microorganism isolated from endolithic microbial communities colonizing halites at Salar Grande, Atacama Desert, in northern Chile.
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Extreme halophilic Archaea: Halobacterium salinarum carotenoids characterization and antioxidant properties [PDF]
HeliyonImportant marine microorganisms are resources of renewable energy that may face global population growth and needs. The application of biomass metabolites, such as carotenoids and their derivatives, may solve some agro-food health problems. Herein, a new
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Analysis of Carotenoid Production by Halorubrum sp. TBZ126; an Extremely Halophilic Archeon from Urmia Lake [PDF]
Advanced Pharmaceutical Bulletin, 2014 Purpose: Carotenoids are of great interest in many scientific disciplines because of their wide distribution, diverse functions and interesting properties. The present report describes a new natural source for carotenoid production.
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Halocins and C50 Carotenoids from Haloarchaea: Potential Natural Tools against Cancer [PDF]
Marine DrugsHaloarchaea are a group of moderate and extreme halophilic microorganisms, belonging to the Archaea domain, that constitute relevant microbial communities in salty environments like coastal and inland salted ponds, marshes, salty lagoons, etc.
Rosa María Martínez-Espinosa
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Discover Applied SciencesArsenic contamination is a significant environmental concern indirectly affecting human population. Application of haloarchaea and their biomolecules such as bacterioruberin (BR) and selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs) may play a role in alleviating arsenic ...
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Carotenoids from Halophilic Archaea: A Novel Approach to Improve Egg Quality and Cecal Microbiota in Laying Hens [PDF]
AnimalsCarotenoids from different sources have different structures and functions, and their dietary components benefit the health of various organisms. The effects of halophilic Archaea-derived C50 carotenoids on poultry egg quality and gut microbiota remain ...
Xufeng Dou +7 more
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Life in the brine of Lunenburg, Germany: unveiling microorganisms associated with Zechstein salt deposits [PDF]
Frontiers in MicrobiologyIntroductionThe presence of hypersaline brines on other planets and moons in the inner and outer Solar System has been well established. Hence, any theory of life on other planets must consider microorganisms adapted to high salt concentrations.
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The Antitumour Mechanisms of Carotenoids: A Comprehensive Review [PDF]
AntioxidantsCarotenoids, known for their antioxidant properties, have garnered significant attention for their potential antitumour activities. This comprehensive review aims to elucidate the diverse mechanisms by which carotenoids exert antitumour effects, focusing
Andrés Baeza-Morales +7 more
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Haloferax mediterranei R4 for bioremediation of desalination and textile wastes: a step towards their valorisation [PDF]
Applied Microbiology and BiotechnologyHaloferax mediterranei has shown strong potential for bioremediating brines contaminated with nitrogenous compounds, oxychlorides, and metals, making it a promising candidate for treating saline wastewater.
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