Escherichia coli strain CVM N17EC0994

Escherichia coli strain CVM N17EC0994 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that typically exists in pairs or as single cells. This strain has an optimal growth temperature of 37.0 °C, which aligns with the physiological temperature of human and animal hosts, indicating its adaptation to a host-associated habitat. As a facultative anaerobe, E. coli CVM N17EC0994 has the metabolic flexibility to thrive in both aerobic and anaerobic environments, allowing it to exploit various niches within the host's microbiome. The characteristics of this strain suggest its potential role in the complex dynamics of microbial communities associated with hosts. The ability to grow under different oxygen conditions may contribute to its survival and competitive advantage in diverse environments, particularly within the gastrointestinal tract where oxygen availability can fluctuate. This adaptability may also facilitate interactions with other microbial species, possibly influencing the overall health and metabolic functions of the host. Further exploration of E. coli strain CVM N17EC0994 could provide insights into its ecological roles and contributions to host-associated microbiomes.