[Bacteria of Bacillus species--prospective source for biologically active substances]

Mikrobiol Z. 2001 Jan-Feb;63(1):72-9.
[Article in Russian]

Abstract

The present data from literature on bio-active substances produced by aerobic sporulating bacteria of Bacillus genus are presented. Problems of antibiotics synthesis by bacilli are considered. The antibiotics under consideration are both well-known and new ones--biosurfactants characterized by the surface-active properties. Enzymic activity of Bacillus genus bacteria has been characterized. Special attention was given to the analysis of enzymes, which could play a positive part in the digestion processes. Data are presented which evidence that the bacilli produce the substances, which affect essentially the immune reactivity of the macroorganism.

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / biosynthesis*
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / pharmacology
  • Bacillus / enzymology
  • Bacillus / metabolism*

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents