Leopoldo Palma

Genomic and proteomic insights into the virulence of a native Heterorhabditis indica-Photorhabdus akhurstii complex active against Spodoptera spp.

This study characterizes a native Heterorhabditis indica-Photorhabdus akhurstii complex and identifies virulence factors contributing to its insecticidal activity against Spodoptera species.

Extracellular proteomic profiling of Bacillus toyonensis biovar Thuringiensis Bto_UNVM-42 identifies candidate proteins potentially associated with its nematicidal activity

This study identifies extracellular proteins in Bacillus toyonensis Bto_UNVM-42 that may contribute to its nematicidal activity against C. elegans.

Comparative genomics reveals extensive genomic conservation and limited microdiversification among Xenorhabdus bovienii isolates recovered from a single Steinernema feltiae isolation event.

The paper compares genomic data of four closely related Xenorhabdus bovienii isolates to assess their genomic conservation and microdiversification.

Unlocking the (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae)-Combatting Capabilities of INTA Mo4-4 through genomic and phenotypic characterization

This study characterizes Bacillus thuringiensis INTA Mo4-4, showing it is more toxic to Alphitobius diaperinus than DSM-2803 and encodes pesticidal proteins.

Genomic and functional characterization of Bacillus sp. strain Bva_UNVM-123 reveals resistance and environmental adaptation traits.

This study characterizes the genome and functional traits of Bacillus sp. strain Bva_UNVM-123, revealing resistance to antibiotics and heavy metals and low pathogenicity.

Exploratory 16S rRNA Metagenomic Analysis of Soil Microbial Communities in Agroecosystems of North-Central Argentina

The paper conducts a 16S rRNA metagenomic analysis of soil samples from agroecosystems in North-Central Argentina, identifying dominant bacterial phyla and analyzing agronomically relevant genera.

A 16S rRNA gene-based analysis of microbial communities in compost-bedded pack barns from dairy farms in Argentina.

This study compares bacterial communities in two compost-bedded pack barns in Argentina using 16S rRNA gene sequencing, finding differences in community composition linked to management practices.

Bacillus toyonensis biovar Thuringiensis: an overlooked entomopathogen?

The paper identifies Bacillus toyonensis biovar Thuringiensis as a potential entomopathogen capable of producing insecticidal crystals, challenging previous classifications of related strains.