Burkholderia

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Burkholderia

Burkholderia (pronounced: burk-hol-de-ria) is a genus of Gram-negative bacteria that is commonly found in the environment, particularly in soil and water. The name "Burkholderia" is derived from the name of Walter H. Burkholder, a plant pathologist who first isolated a member of this genus.

Etymology

The genus Burkholderia was named after Walter H. Burkholder, an American plant pathologist. The name is of Latin origin, with "Burkholder" being a Latinized version of his surname, and "-ia" being a common suffix used in the naming of bacteria, indicating a group or collection.

Related Terms

  • Burkholderia cepacia complex: A group of closely related species within the Burkholderia genus that are often associated with lung infections in people with cystic fibrosis.
  • Burkholderia pseudomallei: A species of Burkholderia that is the causative agent of melioidosis, a serious infectious disease prevalent in Southeast Asia and Northern Australia.
  • Burkholderia mallei: A species of Burkholderia that causes glanders, a disease primarily affecting horses but can also infect humans.
  • Gram-negative bacteria: A large group of bacteria that are characterized by their cell wall structure and reaction to the Gram stain test. Burkholderia is a member of this group.

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