What is Bacillus subtilis?

Introduction Bacillus subtilis is a Gram-positive, endospore-forming bacterium commonly found in soil, air, water, and decaying plant matter. This rod-shaped, motile microorganism is a facultative aerobe, meaning it can survive in both oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor environments. Known for producing resistant endospores, B. subtilis can endure extreme heat, dehydration, and UV radiation. Thanks to its well-studied […]