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Draft Genome Sequence of Leucobacter sp. Strain UCD-THU (Phylum Actinobacteria)
Hannah E Holland-Moritz1, Dakota R Bevans, Jenna M Lang
1University of California Davis Genome Center, Davis, California, USA.
We present the draft genome of Leucobacter sp. strain UCD-THU, a microbe isolated from a residential toilet. This genomic data contributes to understanding microbes within the built environment.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Genomics
- Environmental Science
Background:
- Microbes inhabit diverse environments, including the built environment.
- Understanding microbial genomes is crucial for various scientific applications.
- Reference genomes aid in microbial identification and functional studies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the draft genome sequence of Leucobacter sp. strain UCD-THU.
- To contribute genomic data of a microbe isolated from a domestic setting.
- To support the sequencing of reference genomes from the built environment.
Main Methods:
- Whole-genome sequencing of Leucobacter sp. strain UCD-THU.
- Bioinformatic analysis for genome assembly.
- Genome assembly resulted in 11 scaffolds.
Main Results:
- The draft genome of Leucobacter sp. strain UCD-THU has been sequenced.
- The genome size is 3,317,267 base pairs.
- The genome is organized into 11 scaffolds.
Conclusions:
- The genome sequence of Leucobacter sp. strain UCD-THU provides a valuable reference.
- This study highlights the potential for discovering novel microbes in domestic environments.
- The data supports ongoing efforts to catalog microbial diversity in the built environment.
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