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  1. Bacillus - Wikipedia

    Bacillus, from Latin "bacillus", meaning "little staff, wand", is a genus of Gram-positive, rod-shaped bacteria, a member of the phylum Bacillota, with 266 named species. The term is also used to …

  2. Bacillus | Definition, Features, & Types | Britannica

    Bacillus, any of a genus of rod-shaped, gram-positive, aerobic or (under some conditions) anaerobic bacteria widely found in soil and water. Some types of Bacillus bacteria are harmful …

  3. Bacillus - Medical Microbiology - NCBI Bookshelf

    Bacillus species are rod-shaped, endospore-forming aerobic or facultatively anaerobic, Gram-positive bacteria; in some species cultures may turn Gram-negative with age. The many …

  4. Bacillus - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics

    The genus Bacillus comprises more than 200 species of which two, B. anthracis and B. cereus, are especially important as agents of disease in humans. Bacillus spp. are ubiquitous Gram …

  5. UpToDate

    Comprehensive information on Bacillus cereus and other non-anthracis Bacillus species, including pathophysiology, clinical features, and management strategies.

  6. Bacillus: Roles in Health, Environment, and Industry

    Apr 29, 2025 · Bacillus species are revolutionizing agriculture by enhancing plant growth and offering sustainable alternatives to chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Their ability to interact …

  7. Bacillus: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis

    Jul 7, 2023 · Bacillus is a genus of gram-positive, rod-shaped bacteria that belongs to the phylum Firmicutes. These bacteria are commonly found in various environments, including soil, water, …

  8. Bacillus (bacteria) | EBSCO Research Starters

    Bacillus is a genus of bacteria that encompasses a variety of species, some of which are pathogenic to humans, while others play significant roles in medical research and industry. …

  9. Definition & Meaning - BYJU'S

    Bacillus, meaning “stick”, is a genus of rod-shaped, Gram-positive bacteria, a member of the Bacillota phylum, with 266 identified species. The term refers to the shape (rod) of other …

  10. Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Bacillus: What’s the Difference? - WebMD

    Apr 27, 2025 · Find out the differences between gram-positive bacillus and gram-negative bacillus and how they may affect health.

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