Keanumycins

About Keanumycins:

• A group of molecules developed by bacteria of the genus Pseudomonas has proven to have such a strong antimicrobial effect that researchers have named them keanumycins.
• The researchers proved that the substance is effective against both plant fungal diseases and human-pathogenic fungi.
• The group of molecules works effectively against the planet pest Botrytis cinerea, which triggers grey mould rot in crops, causing massive harvest losses every year. 
• It also affects fungi that are dangerous to humans, like Candida albicans and has been proven to be harmless to plant and human cells.
• Keanumycins can be an environment-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides.

What is Pseudomonas?

• Pseudomonas is a type of bacteria (germ) that is found commonly in the environment, like in soil and water.

Q1) What is a Bacteria?

Bacteria are small single-celled organisms which are found almost everywhere on Earth and are vital to the planet’s ecosystems.

Source: Keanu Reeves’ molecules could protect plants and humans from ‘bad guys’: Study