Meyerozyma caribbica-HUJ belongs to the genus Meyerozyma, a taxonomic group established in the Debaryomycetaceae family (Saccharomycetales) by Kurtzman and Suzuki in 2010. This classification was based on phylogenetic analysis of combined sequences from the D1/D2 divergent domains of the large subunit (LSU) and the nearly complete small subunit (SSU) rDNA genes. Prior to this reclassification, strains now grouped under Meyerozyma caribbica were previously categorized as Pichia caribbica, reflecting the evolving understanding of fungal taxonomy driven by molecular biology advancements.
As a member of this genus, Meyerozyma caribbica-HUJ is part of a diverse group of yeasts that includes both sexual and asexual species—with related asexual members such as Candida athensis, Candida carpophila, and Candida neustonensis. Naturally occurring strains of Meyerozyma caribbica have been isolated from various environments, ranging from the surfaces of fruits like apples to industrial wastewater systems, highlighting their adaptability to distinct ecological niches.
The growing interest in Meyerozyma caribbica stems from its multifunctional biological activities, which address critical challenges across environmental sustainability, agriculture, and food safety. Unlike many microorganisms that exhibit limited functional scope, this yeast species has demonstrated capabilities spanning bioremediation, biological control, and metabolic regulation—traits that have positioned it as a valuable resource for both research and industrial applications. Our Meyerozyma caribbica-HUJ strain builds on this natural potential, optimized to retain the core functional characteristics of the species while meeting rigorous quality standards for research and commercial use.
Meyerozyma caribbica-HUJ