The invention relates to novel Methylobacterium species that are capable
of degrading nitroaromatic and nitramine compounds. Compositions, kits
and methods of using the Methylobacterium species for the degradation of
nitroaromatic and nitramine pollutants are provided. More specifically,
compositions and methods for the degradation or bioremediation of
nitroaromatic and nitramine explosives and explosive residues are
provided.
