Quorum sensing and its inhibition: Biotechnological applications

Abstract

Microorganisms have long been used in various areas of biotechnology. In the recent times what has gained fascination is the communication among microbes, known as Quorum sensing (QS). Fascinating information has been generated on understanding the significance of QS, and its inhibition (QSI), especially in plant, animal and human pathogenesis. Focus has now shifted on exploiting QS and QSIs for biotechnological applications in designing: (i) genetic circuits for producing novel products, (ii) biosensors, (iii) molecules for cancer therapy, etc. Here, we cover a few applications in Health, Agriculture, Aquaculture, Energy and Bioremediation sectors.