Deciphering the functional diversity of the gut microbiota of the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens): recent advances and future challenges
Abstract Bioconversion using insects is a promising strategy to convert organic waste (catering leftovers, harvest waste, food processing byproducts, etc.) into biomass that can be used for multiple applications, turned into high added-value products, and address environmental, societal and economic...
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| author | Maurielle Eke Kévin Tougeron Alisa Hamidovic Leonard S. Ngamo Tinkeu Thierry Hance François Renoz |
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| description | Abstract Bioconversion using insects is a promising strategy to convert organic waste (catering leftovers, harvest waste, food processing byproducts, etc.) into biomass that can be used for multiple applications, turned into high added-value products, and address environmental, societal and economic concerns. Due to its ability to feed on a tremendous variety of organic wastes, the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) has recently emerged as a promising insect for bioconversion of organic wastes on an industrial scale. A growing number of studies have highlighted the pivotal role of the gut microbiota in the performance and health of this insect species. This review aims to provide a critical overview of current knowledge regarding the functional diversity of the gut microbiota of H. illucens, highlighting its importance for bioconversion, food safety and the development of new biotechnological tools. After providing an overview of the different strategies that have been used to outline the microbial communities of H. illucens, we discuss the diversity of these gut microbes and the beneficial services they can provide to their insect host. Emphasis is placed on technical strategies and aspects of host biology that require special attention in the near future of research. We also argue that the singular digestive capabilities and complex gut microbiota of H. illucens make this insect species a valuable model for addressing fundamental questions regarding the interactions that insects have evolved with microorganisms. By proposing new avenues of research, this review aims to stimulate research on the microbiota of a promising insect to address the challenges of bioconversion, but also fundamental questions regarding bacterial symbiosis in insects. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-08bdf365c84d41b5a3cee60eb62972482023-11-20T11:03:03ZengBMCAnimal Microbiome2524-46712023-08-015112110.1186/s42523-023-00261-9Deciphering the functional diversity of the gut microbiota of the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens): recent advances and future challengesMaurielle Eke0Kévin Tougeron1Alisa Hamidovic2Leonard S. Ngamo Tinkeu3Thierry Hance4François Renoz5Biodiversity Research Centre, Earth and Life InstituteUMR CNRS 7058 EDYSAN (Ecologie et Dynamique des Systèmes Anthropisés), Université de Picardie Jules VerneBiodiversity Research Centre, Earth and Life InstituteDepartment of Biological Sciences, University of NgaoundéréBiodiversity Research Centre, Earth and Life InstituteBiodiversity Research Centre, Earth and Life InstituteAbstract Bioconversion using insects is a promising strategy to convert organic waste (catering leftovers, harvest waste, food processing byproducts, etc.) into biomass that can be used for multiple applications, turned into high added-value products, and address environmental, societal and economic concerns. Due to its ability to feed on a tremendous variety of organic wastes, the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) has recently emerged as a promising insect for bioconversion of organic wastes on an industrial scale. A growing number of studies have highlighted the pivotal role of the gut microbiota in the performance and health of this insect species. This review aims to provide a critical overview of current knowledge regarding the functional diversity of the gut microbiota of H. illucens, highlighting its importance for bioconversion, food safety and the development of new biotechnological tools. After providing an overview of the different strategies that have been used to outline the microbial communities of H. illucens, we discuss the diversity of these gut microbes and the beneficial services they can provide to their insect host. Emphasis is placed on technical strategies and aspects of host biology that require special attention in the near future of research. We also argue that the singular digestive capabilities and complex gut microbiota of H. illucens make this insect species a valuable model for addressing fundamental questions regarding the interactions that insects have evolved with microorganisms. By proposing new avenues of research, this review aims to stimulate research on the microbiota of a promising insect to address the challenges of bioconversion, but also fundamental questions regarding bacterial symbiosis in insects.https://doi.org/10.1186/s42523-023-00261-9MycobiotaVirobiotaMetabarcodingSymbiosisOrganic wasteBioconversion |
| spellingShingle | Maurielle Eke Kévin Tougeron Alisa Hamidovic Leonard S. Ngamo Tinkeu Thierry Hance François Renoz Deciphering the functional diversity of the gut microbiota of the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens): recent advances and future challenges Animal Microbiome Mycobiota Virobiota Metabarcoding Symbiosis Organic waste Bioconversion |
| title | Deciphering the functional diversity of the gut microbiota of the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens): recent advances and future challenges |
| title_full | Deciphering the functional diversity of the gut microbiota of the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens): recent advances and future challenges |
| title_fullStr | Deciphering the functional diversity of the gut microbiota of the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens): recent advances and future challenges |
| title_full_unstemmed | Deciphering the functional diversity of the gut microbiota of the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens): recent advances and future challenges |
| title_short | Deciphering the functional diversity of the gut microbiota of the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens): recent advances and future challenges |
| title_sort | deciphering the functional diversity of the gut microbiota of the black soldier fly hermetia illucens recent advances and future challenges |
| topic | Mycobiota Virobiota Metabarcoding Symbiosis Organic waste Bioconversion |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s42523-023-00261-9 |
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