Analysis of the differences in microbial community structures between suspended and sessile microorganisms in rivers based on quinone profile.

Glycosphingolipids as a Possible Signature of Microbial Communities in Activated Sludge and the Potential Contribution of Fungi to Wastewater Treatment under Cold Conditions

“…These include analyses of fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH), used in biofilms, 1) activated sludge, 2) and constructed wetlands; 3) fatty acids, used in activated sludge, 4,5) biofilms, 6) and sediments of bays; 7) and quinone profiles, used in activated sludge, 8) composting systems, 9,10) lake sediments, 11) and rivers, 12) but no studies on glycosphingolipids (GSLs) as a signature characterizing the ecology of microbial community structures have been reported. GSLs are ubiquitous as components of eukaryotic cell plasma membranes, but are rare in prokaryotic cells.…”

Analysis of microbial community structure in a biofilm on membrane surface in the submerged membrane bioreactor treating domestic wastewater on the basis of respiratory quinone profiles

“…Changes in the microbial community of a mixed culture of microbes could be quantified using the quinone profiles. In recent years, the technique of using quinone profiles has gained increased recognition as a simple and useful tool for the analysis of microbial population dynamics in mixed cultures (Fujie et al, 1994;Hiraishi et al, 1998;Hiraishi, 1999;Hu et al, 1997;Kunihiro et al, 2002;Lim et al, 2002).…”