Escherichia coli strain FWSEC0414

Escherichia coli strain FWSEC0414 is a gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits a facultative anaerobic metabolism, allowing it to thrive in various oxygen conditions. It typically forms pairs or single cells and possesses flagella, which confer motility. This strain is classified as mesophilic, with an optimal growth temperature of 37°C, making it well-suited for its primary habitats, which include a variety of host-associated environments. FWSEC0414 has a diverse range of hosts, including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, and several mammals such as Bos taurus and Sus scrofa, as well as plants like Solanum lycopersicum and Brassica oleracea var. italica. This extensive host range indicates its adaptability and potential ecological significance across different biological systems. The strain is associated with a variety of health effects, notably including urinary tract infections (UTIs), gastrointestinal infections, and severe conditions such as neonatal meningitis and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). This pathogenicity in humans highlights its role as a significant opportunistic pathogen, capable of causing a spectrum of diseases ranging from mild diarrhea to life-threatening infections. Given its free-living biotic relationship and ability to infect multiple hosts, FWSEC0414 exemplifies the complexities of microbial interactions within diverse ecosystems. Its presence in both animal and plant hosts suggests a significant ecological role, potentially affecting both health and environmental dynamics through its pathogenic capabilities and interactions with host immune responses.