Escherichia coli strain FWSEC0024

Escherichia coli strain FWSEC0024 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium characterized as a facultative anaerobe. It is capable of mobility, possessing flagella, and typically resides in host-associated environments. This strain shows a preference for an optimal growth temperature of 37°C, indicating its mesophilic nature. FWSEC0024 has a diverse set of hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (chickens), Bos taurus (cattle), and various other vertebrates and invertebrates such as Canis lupus familiaris (domestic dogs), Felis catus (domestic cats), and Apis mellifera (honeybees). This broad host range underscores its ecological versatility and adaptability. The strain is known to have significant health impacts on humans, leading to a variety of conditions ranging from urinary tract infections (UTIs) and gastrointestinal infections to more severe diseases such as neonatal meningitis and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). These health effects highlight the strain’s pathogenicity, particularly in human hosts. Given its free-living biotic relationship and extensive host interactions, FWSEC0024 exemplifies the complex dynamics between bacteria and their environments, including their role in human health and disease. Understanding the pathogenic mechanisms of this strain can be crucial for developing targeted interventions to mitigate its associated health risks.