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  • 1Department of Food Science, Southeast Dairy Foods Research Center, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695-7624, USA. klaenhammer@ncsu.edu, siezen@cmbi.kun.nl

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|October 9, 2002
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Genomic sequencing of lactic acid bacteria is revolutionizing our understanding of these important microbes. This review highlights twenty species, detailing their significance, habitats, and roles in fermentation and probiotics.

Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Genomics
  • Biotechnology

Background:

  • Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) are crucial in food fermentation, probiotics, and bioprocessing.
  • Genomic analysis offers unprecedented insights into LAB diversity and function.
  • Previous understanding of LAB was limited by the lack of comprehensive genomic data.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review twenty lactic acid bacteria species undergoing genomic sequencing.
  • To summarize their fundamental and practical significance, habitats, and roles.
  • To present key genomic statistics and features for available data.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of ongoing genomic sequencing projects for LAB.
  • Compilation of data on species' significance, habitat, and applications.

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  • Analysis of available genome sequence data, including statistics and features.

    • Main Results:

    • Summaries provided for twenty LAB species, detailing their biological roles.
    • Genomic data highlights key statistics and unique features for selected species.
    • Anticipation of public availability of up to 15 low GC content LAB genomes by end of 2003.

    Conclusions:

    • Genomic sequencing is fundamentally changing the molecular understanding of Gram-positive bacteria, particularly LAB.
    • This genomic era will redefine our view of LAB relationships and capabilities.
    • The availability of extensive genomic data promises to unlock new applications and insights into LAB.