Coral probiotics: premise, promise, prospects
Peixoto, Raquel S., Sweet, Michael, Villela, Helena D.M., Cardoso, Pedro, Thomas, Torsten, Voolstra, Christian R., Høj, Lone, and Bourne, David G. (2021) Coral probiotics: premise, promise, prospects. Annual Review of Animal Biosciences, 9. pp. 265-288.
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Abstract
The use of Beneficial Microorganisms for Corals (BMCs) has been proposed recently as a tool for the improvement of coral health, with knowledge in this research topic advancing rapidly. BMCs are defined as consortia of microorganisms that contribute to coral health through mechanisms that include (a) promoting coral nutrition and growth, (b) mitigating stress and impacts of toxic compounds, (c) deterring pathogens, and (d) benefiting early life-stage development. Here, we review the current proposed BMC approach and outline the studies that have proven its potential to increase coral resilience to stress. We revisit and expand the list of putative beneficial microorganisms associated with corals and their proposed mechanismsthat facilitate improved host performance. Further, we discuss the caveats and bottlenecks affecting the efficacy of BMCs and close by focusing on the next steps to facilitate application at larger scales that can improve outcomes for corals and reefs globally.
Item ID: | 66910 |
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Item Type: | Article (Research - C1) |
ISSN: | 2165-8110 |
Keywords: | Beneficial Microorganisms for Corals, BMCs, coral reef, environmental adaptation, holobiont, microbiome, probiotics |
Copyright Information: | Copyright © 2021 by Annual Reviews. All rights reserved. |
Funders: | Australian Research Council (ARC) |
Date Deposited: | 04 May 2022 01:32 |
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