Probiotic-based Antiviral Solutions for Environmental Remediation and Beyond

The present inventive concept leverages the antiviral properties of probiotic bacteria to develop novel solutions for environmental remediation, agricultural crop protection, air purification, and aquaculture, addressing critical problems in these industries.

The original patent disclosed antiviral methods and compositions comprising probiotic bacterial molecules for controlling pathogenic viruses in mammals. However, the growing concern about environmental pollution, agricultural productivity, and public health has created a pressing need for innovative solutions. The present inventive concept tackles these challenges by applying the core technology to entirely new industries and use cases.

The inventive concept involves the use of secreted molecules from probiotic bacteria to combat pollution-causing viruses in waterways, soil-borne viruses in contaminated soil, airborne viruses in air purification systems, plant viruses in agricultural crops, and aquatic viruses in aquaculture. The compositions and methods described in the new claims provide a groundbreaking approach to mitigating the environmental and economic impact of viral infections in these sectors.

The present inventive concept introduces a paradigm shift by extending the antiviral properties of probiotic bacteria to non-mammalian applications, demonstrating a non-obvious and innovative leap beyond the original patent's scope.

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include the use of different probiotic bacteria strains, varying compositions and formulations, and diverse delivery methods tailored to specific industries and use cases.

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the environmental remediation, agriculture, air purification, and aquaculture industries, offering a unique value proposition for companies and organizations seeking innovative solutions to critical problems.