Unveiling the trifecta of cyanobacterial quorum sensing : LuxI, LuxR and LuxS as the intricate machinery for harmful algal bloom formation in freshwater ecosystems

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Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are causing significant disruptions in freshwater ecosystems, primarily due to the proliferation of cyanobacteria. These blooms have a widespread impact on various lakes globally, leading to profound environmental and health consequences. Cyanobacteria, with their ability to produce diverse toxins, pose a particular concern as they negatively affect the well-being of humans and animals, exacerbating the situation. Notably, cyanobacteria utilize quorum sensing (QS) as a complex communication mechanism that facilitates coordinated growth and toxin production. QS plays a critical role in regulating the dynamics of HABs. However, recent advances in control and mitigation strategies have shown promising results in effectively managing and reducing the occurrence of HABs. This comprehensive review explores the intricate aspects of cyanobacteria development in freshwater ecosystems, explicitly focusing on deciphering the signaling molecules associated with QS and their corresponding genes. Furthermore, a concise overview of diverse measures implemented to efficiently control and mitigate the spread of these bacteria will be provided, shedding light on the ongoing global efforts to address this urgent environmental issue. By deepening our understanding of the mechanisms driving cyanobacteria growth and developing targeted control strategies, we hope to safeguard freshwater ecosystems and protect the health of humans and animals from the detrimental impacts of HABs.

Medienart:

E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2024

Erschienen:

2024

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Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:924

Enthalten in:

The Science of the total environment - 924(2024) vom: 10. Apr., Seite 171644

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Mohammed, Vajagathali [VerfasserIn]
Arockiaraj, Jesu [VerfasserIn]

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Themen:

115038-68-1
Algal blooms
Cyanobacteria
EC 4.4.1.21
Environmental impact
Freshwater ecosystem
Journal Article
LuxI protein, Bacteria
LuxR autoinducer binding proteins
LuxS protein, Bacteria
Quorum sensing
Review
Trans-Activators

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Date Completed 03.04.2024

Date Revised 11.04.2024

published: Print-Electronic

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.171644

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM369613082