Temporal dynamic of Ulva sp. epiphytic bacteria and associated surface metabolome

Key Points

• The study reveals significant changes in the surface metabolome associated with Ulva sp., which are influenced by epiphytic bacteria.
• Key evidence shows that variations in bacterial composition correlate with shifts in metabolite profiles over time.
• Observational analysis across various time points highlights the dynamic interactions between epiphytic bacteria and their algal host.
• These findings may enable better understanding of ecological interactions in marine environments and their influences on algal health.