Govantes Lab

In our lab, we routinely evaluate biofilm growth of different Pseudomonas putida strains. Some time ago we designed a simple methodology to recapitulate the biofilm formation and dispersal behaviour in one single microtiter dish. Here we explain you how 👇pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24115618/

OMG, this is killing me 😂😂😂

@miguel_matilla Thanks for this Miguel. Being a computational illiterate (and kind of agnostic) this contains tons of ideas useful to me

Computational function prediction of bacteria and phage proteins | Microbiology and Molecular Biology Reviews journals.asm.org/doi/10.1128/mm…

Out Now! Pneumococcal S protein coordinates cell wall modification and repair to resist host antimicrobials bit.ly/44zqdN5 #Microbiology #Pneumococcus #Streptococcus

🤝Professional labs around the globe are expanding SEVA and its standard. Meet our collaborators and learn about their research! seva-plasmids.com/the-seva-commo…

New online! A transcription factor that links domains nature.com/articles/s4157…

Extracellular vesicles (EVs) aren't just cellular debris. They influence viral transmission, immune modulation, and disease outcomes. This #mBio review summarizes current insights into EV biogenesis, cargo, and their dual role in infection & pathogenesis. doi.org/10.1128/mbio.0…

Out Now! Exploring the concept of bacterial memory bit.ly/3WYFAdL #BacterialMemory #Microbiology #NatureResearch

And one year later, this paper finally came to fruition. I am happy to present our newest publication in Microbiological Research sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

Enjoy our new manuscript "HsbA represses stationary phase biofilm formation in Pseudomonas putida" at bioRxiv (biorxiv.org/content/10.110…) @CABD_UPO_CSIC @marpulsan @aroalopsan @Parazelso

6/6 With implications for understanding crop diseases, this work reveals new vulnerabilities in plant pathogens. Could targeting their teamwork lead to sustainable plant protection strategies? This work opens doors for innovative pest control. #PlantPathology #BacterialMotility

5/6 And here’s the kicker: specialization helps bacteria spread! Flagella-equipped bacteria exit the infected tissue, ready to colonize new areas. This coordinated strategy is key for the pathogen's success. #PlantScience #Microbiology

3/6 Think of it as a team effort to overcome immunity: -Attack team: Cells activate a secretion system to suppress plant defenses, creating a "safe zone" for their kin. -Escape team: Motile cells flee infected tissue before necrosis, ensuring survival and pathogen spread

2/6 Individual bacteria specialize, some suppress immunity, while others escape early to spread infection before the plant tissue collapses. It's a division of labor! The study highlights how phenotypic heterogeneity allows pathogens to adapt to host environments dynamically.

How Bacteria Outsmart Plants—Then Flee the Scene 🧵1/6 Ever wonder how bacteria organize during an infection?! Our new research in Nature Microbiology uncovers the sophisticated teamwork of Pseudomonas syringae, a notorious plant pathogen. 🔗 rdcu.be/egczU

@BPernaute @ERC_Research Congratulations Barbara! That is impressive!!!

Really excited to share that I got an #ERCCoG from @ERC_Research The project EARLYFATE will explore the interplay between DNA damage responses and the very first events of mammalian development. Huge thanks to all colleagues, former mentors and lab members for their support!

We just launched our web page baclifestyle.es. Come visit and enjoy!!

One more year, Seville celebrates science in the #22FeriaCiencia 🧪 Great work from our micro-mates Elisa, Isamar, Valentín, Luis, Juan, Irene... and all the talented volunteers (dozens!) who have been highlighting research at @CABD_UPO_CSIC during these days!

Proud to announce that @aroalopsan has been recognized with a teaching excellence award by @pablodeolavide And huge congrats to Nacho Flor too! Very well deserved!👏