Neisseria meningitidis strain N207_18

Neisseria meningitidis strain N207_18 is a Gram-negative cocci bacterium that typically resides in pairs. This strain is classified as an aerobe, meaning it requires oxygen for growth, and it operates optimally at a temperature of 35°C, within a mesophilic temperature range. N207_18 possesses a single replicon and is characterized by having two membranes, which is a common trait among Gram-negative bacteria. This strain is non-motile and does not have flagella, indicating that it does not move independently. Despite being capable of free living, N. meningitidis is primarily associated with humans (Homo sapiens) as its host. The bacterium is known to be pathogenic, causing severe health effects such as meningitis, sepsis, cellulitis, septicemia, and invasive meningococcal disease (IMD). The conditions associated with this strain include bacterial meningitis and acute bacterial meningitis, which can have serious implications for human health. Given its pathogenic potential and the variety of diseases it can cause, N. meningitidis strain N207_18 serves as a critical organism for understanding bacterial infections in humans. Its presence in pairs and its specific habitat in human hosts highlight the ecological niche it occupies, where it can thrive and also pose significant health risks. This underscores the importance of monitoring and studying this strain in clinical microbiology to better understand its behavior and impact on public health.