Complete genome sequence of Brachybacterium faecium type strain (Schefferle 6-10)

Area of Science:

• Microbiology
• Genomics
• Actinobacteria

Background:

• Brachybacterium faecium is the type species of its genus and belongs to the phylogenetically isolated Dermabacteraceae family.
• This bacterium exhibits a distinctive rod-coccus growth cycle and possesses the capability to degrade uric acid.
• It is a Gram-positive, nonmotile bacterium that can grow under aerobic or weakly anaerobic conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the features of Brachybacterium faecium.
• To provide the first complete genome sequence and annotation for a member of the Dermabacteraceae family.
• To contribute to the Genomic Encyclopedia of Bacteria and Archaea project.

Main Methods:

• Isolation and characterization of a Brachybacterium faecium strain from poultry deep litter.
• Whole-genome sequencing of the Brachybacterium faecium isolate.
• Bioinformatic analysis for genome annotation, including identification of protein-coding and RNA genes.

Main Results:

• The complete genome sequence of Brachybacterium faecium was determined.
• The genome is a single replicon measuring 3,614,992 bp.
• The genome contains 3129 protein-coding genes and 69 RNA genes.

Conclusions:

• This work represents the first complete genome sequence of a Dermabacteraceae family member.
• The genome sequence provides a valuable resource for understanding the biology and evolution of this bacterial family.
• The findings enhance the genomic database for Actinobacteria and contribute to the broader understanding of microbial diversity.