Microb Cell Fact September 2020 PMID 32883293

Bacillus subtilis: a universal cell factory for industry, agriculture, biomaterials and medicine.

Yuan Su, Chuan Liu, Huan Fang, Dawei Zhang

Mentions

43
Peak: 12 in Aug 2024
across 3 sources since Sep 2020

Extended reach

366,703
potential audience

Total likes

4,442

Video views

141,828

Mentions per month

Sep 2020 – Jul 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter34 posts
  • News7 articles
  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Overall, the social discussions reflect a mild interest, with comments referencing the bacteria's use in producing vitamins and combating plastic pollution, but many remarks remain superficial or tangential, such as mentions of social rights or memes. The tone varies from factual to casual, indicating a modest recognition of the article's potential impact without deep engagement.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions show mixed reactions, with some students recognizing the scientific significance of the publication, while others focus on unrelated social issues or show minimal engagement with the research itself.

InterestNeutral interest

Most posts display low enthusiasm or curiosity about the article's scientific content, often diverging into social commentary or mentioning broader environmental issues.

EngagementModerate engagement

There is some moderate engagement, such as sharing facts about B. subtilis’s applications, but many comments are superficial or off-topic, indicating limited deep discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations suggest that the publication hasn't caused a major ripple in the community, though some mention of its relevance to environmental concerns hints at its potential practical importance.

Abstract in brief

  • Bacillus subtilis is a widely used bacterial model with simple genetic tools and a strong protein secretion system, making it ideal for studying physiology, metabolism, and for industrial applications.
  • The bacterium is utilized to produce chemicals, enzymes, antimicrobial materials, and other biomaterials, benefiting industries such as agriculture, medicine, and manufacturing, with recent advancements improving its engineering and efficiency.
  • Its applications also extend to microbial additives, antimicrobials, biofilm development, and spore formation, providing diverse opportunities for research and industrial use, especially for newcomers in the field.

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Red is a Stranger
@littleredsmpriv · X

Anyway, Trans rights are human rights

Jul 10, 2025 · 46 likes · 2 shares · 658 followers View post →
Akos T. Kovacs
@EvolvedBiofilm · X

Bacillus subtilis: a universal cell factory for industry, agriculture, biomaterials and medicine -in @BioMedCentral Microbial Cell Factories https://t.co/JUZHt8QUy6 https://t.co/viALbaaZHN

Sep 6, 2020 · 31 likes · 11 shares · 21,177 followers View post →
ASM
@ASMicrobiology · X

The world is covered in plastic, & it's not fantastic. But what if plastic could sort of...self-destruct? Scientists created plastic harboring spores of bacteria; when the spores germinate, the bacteria eat the plastic. Learn more in Microbial Minutes! https://t.co/5eKE9Mv0YF

Aug 9, 2024 · 18 likes · 10 shares · 91,109 followers View post →
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Dec 11, 2024 · 5 likes · 1 share · 658 followers View post →
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Sep 27, 2024 · 1 like · 658 followers View post →

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RT @littleredsmpriv: Anyway, Trans rights are human rights

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RT @littleredsmpriv: Anyway, Trans rights are human rights

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Red is a Stranger
@littleredsmpriv · X

Anyway, Trans rights are human rights

Jul 10, 2025 · 46 likes · 2 shares · 658 followers View post →
Ray
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Some research has look at ‘seeding’ bacterial spores into plastic material during production, to assist with degradation. https://t.co/yzqNRroXSY

Feb 19, 2025 · 1,191 followers View post →
Wesley
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Dec 11, 2024 · 1 share · 1,118 followers View post →
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Red is a Stranger
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@MuckerWes @morgana1776 @Duskblossom @WantedNot1008 @HeyNurseKat @SillyRabbitD @chubbyelfgf Thank you!!!!

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Red is a Stranger
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The Lifeform and Green Light Theory | The Backrooms https://t.co/YngEMsQRkF

Sep 27, 2024 · 1 like · 658 followers View post →
Steve Marek
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Bacterial Spores and Self-Destructing Plastic: Microbial Minutes https://t.co/aMga2XizUK via @YouTube

Aug 19, 2024 · 5,462 followers View post →
Ordo Fraterna Fibonacci
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Bacterial Spores and Self-Destructing Plastic: Microbial Minutes American Society for Microbiology https://t.co/OFDSQ8xec1

Aug 10, 2024 · 2,563 followers View post →
Zeferino Galarza
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RT @ASMicrobiology: The world is covered in plastic, & it's not fantastic. But what if plastic could sort of...self-destruct? Scientists cr…

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Stephanie D'Agostino
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RT @ASMicrobiology: The world is covered in plastic, & it's not fantastic. But what if plastic could sort of...self-destruct? Scientists cr…

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Manuel Sánchez
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RT @ASMicrobiology: The world is covered in plastic, & it's not fantastic. But what if plastic could sort of...self-destruct? Scientists cr…

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RT @DrGaryLum: "Most of the world is covered in plastic, It’s not fantastic." Madeline Barron ASM (USA) https://t.co/DxklxuC1et

Aug 9, 2024 · 1 share · 1,680 followers View post →
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"Most of the world is covered in plastic, It’s not fantastic." Madeline Barron ASM (USA) https://t.co/DxklxuC1et

Aug 9, 2024 · 1 share · 317 followers View post →
Mayra Hidalgo
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RT @ASMicrobiology: The world is covered in plastic, & it's not fantastic. But what if plastic could sort of...self-destruct? Scientists cr…

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RT @ASMicrobiology: The world is covered in plastic, & it's not fantastic. But what if plastic could sort of...self-destruct? Scientists cr…

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RT @ASMicrobiology: The world is covered in plastic, & it's not fantastic. But what if plastic could sort of...self-destruct? Scientists cr…

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ASM
@ASMicrobiology · X

The world is covered in plastic, & it's not fantastic. But what if plastic could sort of...self-destruct? Scientists created plastic harboring spores of bacteria; when the spores germinate, the bacteria eat the plastic. Learn more in Microbial Minutes! https://t.co/5eKE9Mv0YF

Aug 9, 2024 · 18 likes · 10 shares · 91,109 followers View post →
Red is a Stranger
@littleredsmpriv · X

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May 29, 2024 · 3 likes · 658 followers View post →
The Secret World of Microbes
@SecretMicrobes · X

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Apr 16, 2023 · 74 followers View post →
The New Neander's Medical
@NNeanderMedical · X

28/n In addition to B vitamins, B. subtilis can also produce menaquinone-7 (MK-7), a member of the valuable vitamin K2 family https://t.co/U2wRaw6yq9 https://t.co/2uHX3LfFWD

Apr 21, 2021 · 625 followers View post →
The New Neander's Medical
@NNeanderMedical · X

27/n "B. subtilis can be used to produce vitamins B1, B2, B5, B6, and B7" https://t.co/U2wRaw6yq9 https://t.co/PvRrNllvKH

Apr 21, 2021 · 625 followers View post →
Antonio J Vallecillo, PhD
@Vallecillo_AJ · X

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Sep 7, 2020 · 11 shares · 532 followers View post →
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