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Draft genome sequence of Kocuria rhizophila P7-4
Woo-Jin Kim1, Young-Ok Kim, Dae-Soo Kim
1Biotechnology Research Division, National Fisheries Research and Development Institute, 152-1 Haeanro, Gijang-up, Gijang-gun, Busan 619-705, Republic of Korea.
Journal of Bacteriology
|June 21, 2011
Summary
We sequenced the genome of Kocuria rhizophila P7-4, a bacterium from a Pacific Ocean fish intestine. This provides a foundational resource for understanding its biology and potential applications.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Genomics
- Marine Biology
Background:
- Kocuria rhizophila is a Gram-positive bacterium found in various environments.
- Understanding the genomic makeup of marine-associated bacteria is crucial for ecological studies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the draft genome sequence of Kocuria rhizophila P7-4.
- To provide a genomic resource for Kocuria rhizophila isolated from marine fish.
Main Methods:
- Whole-genome sequencing of Kocuria rhizophila P7-4.
- Bioinformatic analysis for genome assembly and gene prediction.
Main Results:
- The draft genome size is 2.83 Mb.
- The genome comprises 75 large contigs (>100 bp).
- 2,462 protein-coding genes were predicted.
Conclusions:
- The genome sequence of Kocuria rhizophila P7-4 is now available.
- This genomic data can facilitate further research into Kocuria species from marine environments.
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