Escherichia coli strain FWSEC0347

Escherichia coli strain FWSEC0347 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits facultative anaerobic metabolism, allowing it to thrive in varying oxygen environments. This strain is motile, possessing flagella, and typically arranges in pairs or as single cells. It has an optimal growth temperature of 37°C and falls within the mesophilic temperature range. FWSEC0347 is associated with a variety of hosts, including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, Bos taurus, and several other vertebrates and invertebrates, indicating its broad ecological niches. This strain is free-living, suggesting it can survive independently outside of a host, although it is commonly found in host-associated environments. The health effects linked to FWSEC0347 are extensive, with implications for human health, particularly concerning urinary tract infections (UTIs), gastrointestinal infections, and more severe conditions such as neonatal meningitis and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). These pathogenic traits underscore the strain's potential impact on both individual health and public health systems. The presence of E. coli strain FWSEC0347 in diverse hosts highlights its ecological adaptability and raises important considerations for food safety and disease management, particularly in agricultural and healthcare settings. The strain's ability to cause a range of infections necessitates ongoing surveillance and research to better understand its pathogenic mechanisms and to develop effective prevention strategies.