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Exploring the Biotechnological Potential of Marine Sponges: Insights into Endophytic Microbial Diversity, Fungal Biosynthesis of Copper Nanoparticles, and Antimicrobial Properties

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Last updated: 28 Dec 2024

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Applied and Basic Science.

Abstract

This article presents findings from a study on marine sponges collected from two sites in Hurghada, Red Sea, Egypt, aiming to understand the ecological dynamics and distribution of sponges in the region. The samples, including SA1, SA2, and SA3, were collected at varying depths from different sponge species at distinct sites. This information contributes to our understanding of marine ecosystems in the Red Sea. The study isolated endophytes from these sponges, revealing a diverse array of microbial communities. Particularly, the endophytes from SM1, SM2, SM3, SM4, SM5, SS2, SS3, SN11, SN12, and M56 exhibit potential for biotechnological applications. Sponges host unique microbial communities, potentially biotechnologically relevant. Fungal filtrates, like SM4, successfully synthesize Copper Nanoparticles, enhancing understanding of fungal strains proficient in nanoparticle biosynthesis. Morphological and microscopic examinations of Aspergillus sp. help identify and characterize the fungal genus. Different species are distinguished by colony and structure features. Copper nanoparticles show moderate antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, with potential for antifungal agents in medical and healthcare settings.

DOI

10.21608/bjas.2024.278618.1368

Keywords

Marine sponges, endophytic fungus, microbial diversity, Copper Nanoparticls, Antibacterial, Antifungal, nanobiotechnology, Metallic nanoparticles

Authors

First Name

Mervat

Last Name

G. Hassan

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Affiliation

Microbiology Department, Faculty of Science, Benha University, Benha, Egypt.

Email

mervat.hassan@fsc.bu.edu.eg

City

Benha

Orcid

0000-0002-5481-921X

First Name

Fathy

Last Name

A. Elshafie

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-

Affiliation

Microbiology Department, Faculty of Science, Benha University, Benha, Egypt.

Email

fathybenuni@gmail.com

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-

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First Name

Mahmoud

Last Name

S. A. Shahin

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-

Affiliation

Main laboratories for Egyptian Army

Email

moh.sh2024@gmail.com

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-

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First Name

Dina

Last Name

M Baraka

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-

Affiliation

Microbiology Department, Faculty of Science, Benha University, Benha, Egypt.

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dina.barakah@fsc.bu.edu.eg

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-

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First Name

Ahmed

Last Name

A. Hamed

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Affiliation

Microbial Chemistry Department, National Research Centre, El-Buhouth Street, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt.

Email

ahmedshalbio@gmail.com

City

Giza

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-

Volume

9

Article Issue

3

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46895

Issue Date

2024-03-01

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2024-03-08

Publish Date

2024-03-01

Page Start

161

Page End

168

Print ISSN

2356-9751

Online ISSN

2356-976X

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Original Research Papers

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1,647

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Benha Journal of Applied Sciences

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https://bjas.journals.ekb.eg/

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Exploring the Biotechnological Potential of Marine Sponges: Insights into Endophytic Microbial Diversity, Fungal Biosynthesis of Copper Nanoparticles, and Antimicrobial Properties

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28 Dec 2024