Characterization of mycobacteria isolated from the Brazilian Atlantic Forest: a public health and bioprospection perspective.

ABSTRACT: The Mycobacterium genus remains highly relevant today due to the rising incidence of tuberculosis and opportunistic infections caused by environmental mycobacteria. While much is known about M. tuberculosis, M. leprae and M. bovis, studies focusing on environmental mycobacteria remain limited. These microorganisms are globally distributed and have been identified in diverse biomes, including the Atlantic Forest. This study aims to provide a characterization of four mycobacterial strains isolated from the Atlantic Forest, assessing their metabolic capabilities and biotechnological potential. We investigated the presence of cellulases and proteases and conducted an initial profiling of secreted proteins. Furthermore, the examination of shared antigens and infection kinet

SUBMITTER: Emmerick LS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12062998 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature