Aerobic methane production by methylotrophic Methylotenera in groundwater
S. Li, X. Dong, P. Humez, J. Borecki, J. Birks, C. McClain, B. Mayer, M. Strous, M. Diao
The paper identifies Methylotenera ecotypes in methane-rich groundwater that use methylphosphonate for aerobic methane production, suggesting phosphate limitation in these environments.
bioRxiv · Jul 22, 2024 · PreprintMicrobiology