Exploring the Metabolic Symphony of Fungal-Bacterial Coculturing and Individual Cultures as antimicrobial

Document Type : Original Article

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1 Microbiology Department, Faculty of Science, Benha University, Benha, Egypt

2 Microbial Biotechnology Department, National Research Centre, El- Buhouth Street, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt.

3 Microbial Chemistry Department, National Research Centre, El-Buhouth Street, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt.

Abstract

This research delves into the dynamic alterations in antimicrobial activity resulting from
the co-cultivation of a fungus and an actinomycete, with a keen focus on discerning the
nuanced changes influenced by their interplay. The initiation of the study involved a
meticulous isolation process targeting both fungi and actinomycetes from marine samples,
specifically Sea water from Hurghada, Ras Sedr sediments, and Ain Sokhna sediment. The
isolated microorganisms, coded as the fungus FGH2 and the actinomycete AGH5, were
subjected to individual and co-culture conditions. A detailed exploration into the metabolites
produced by these microorganisms ensued, involving the preparation of crude extracts from
both individual cultures and their co-culture scenarios. Notably, the findings strongly suggest
the existence of synergistic effects within the co-culture, influencing the biosynthesis of
unique compounds. The varied biological activities associated with these compounds further
underscore the potential of the co-cultivation strategy in eliciting novel and enhanced
antimicrobial properties.This study, anchored in a thorough investigation of individual and
co-cultured microbial metabolites, provides a nuanced understanding of the intricate
dynamics shaping antimicrobial activities. The insights gained pave the way for future
research exploring the applications of these synergistic interactions in drug discovery and
biotechnological advancements.

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Journal of Basic and Environmental Sciences
Volume 11, Issue 2
April 2024
Pages 208-218

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