Bina Bhandari

Bifidobacterium bifidum is one of the earliest and most abundant beneficial microorganisms that colonize the human gastrointestinal tract, especially in breastfed infants, where it plays a significant role in establishing … Read more

Aeromonas hydrophila is a Gram-negative bacterium of the family Aeromonadaceae, commonly found in freshwater, brackish water, and soil. It is recognized as a colonizer and pathogen of cold-blooded animals, including … Read more

Campylobacter jejuni is a bacterium that causes campylobacteriosis, typically residing in the intestinal tracts of animals- especially poultry. Transmission to humans mainly occurs through undercooked meat, contaminated water, and unpasteurized … Read more

Moraxella catarrhalis, previously known as Neisseria catarrhalis and Branhamella catarrhalis, is commonly found as a commensal organism in the human respiratory tract. However, it can act as an opportunistic pathogen, … Read more

Fusobacterium nucleatum is a Gram-negative bacterium commonly found in the normal flora of the human oral cavity. It plays a crucial role in the formation of dental plaque. Although generally … Read more

Borrelia burgdorferi is a pathogenic spirochete that is the primary causative agent of Lyme disease, a common vector-borne illness. It is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected Ixodes … Read more

Bifidobacterium longum is a type of probiotic that resides in the human gastrointestinal tract, particularly abundant in infants, and remains a significant component of the adult gut microbiota. It survives … Read more

Bartonella henselae is a member of the genus Bartonella, one of the most common types of bacteria worldwide. This bacterium is the causative agent of cat-scratch disease, which spreads to … Read more