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Ravi Kant¹, Jochen Blom, Airi Palva

¹Veterinary Microbiology and Epidemiology, Department of Veterinary Biosciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland. ravi.kant@helsinki.fi

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This study analyzed 20 complete Lactobacillus genomes, identifying a core genome of 383 genes. This genomic framework aids in classifying Lactobacillus strains and understanding their evolutionary relationships for future research.

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Area of Science:

Microbiology
Genomics
Bioinformatics

Background:

The Lactobacillus genus comprises diverse bacteria crucial for fermentation and gut health.
154 Lactobacillus species are known, with increasing draft genome sequencing.
Complete genome sequences are essential for detailed genomic comparisons.

Purpose of the Study:

To establish a comprehensive genomic platform for Lactobacillus species.
To define the Lactobacillus core genome (LCG) and facilitate strain classification.
To enable comparative genomics and phylogenetic analysis of Lactobacillus strains.

Main Methods:

Selected and analyzed 20 complete Lactobacillus genome sequences.
Determined genome sizes (1.8–3.3 Mb) and G+C content (33–51%).
Identified the Lactobacillus pan genome (~14,000 genes) and core genome (383 orthologous genes).

Main Results:

The Lactobacillus core genome (LCG) comprises 383 shared orthologous genes.
Phylogenetic analysis grouped the 20 strains into three distinct clusters.
Defined core group genes, signature group genes, and group-specific ORFans for strain differentiation.

Conclusions:

The study provides a foundational genomic resource for Lactobacillus.
The defined LCG and strain-specific genes enable robust classification and comparison.
This platform supports future genomic analyses and evolutionary studies of Lactobacillus.