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Frederick A Lainson¹, Mark P Dagleish, Michael C Fontaine

¹Moredun Research Institute, Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

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Summary

The genome of a virulent Pasteurella multocida strain (serogroup A) was sequenced. This provides insights into bovine pneumonia and calf infections caused by this common pathogen.

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Area of Science:

Veterinary Microbiology
Genomics
Bovine Diseases

Background:

Pasteurella multocida serogroup A is frequently identified in both healthy calves and those with pneumonia.
This bacterium plays a significant role in bovine respiratory disease.

Purpose of the Study:

To report the draft genome sequence of a specific virulent Pasteurella multocida strain (671/90).
To provide genomic data for a strain previously used in experimental calf and mouse infections.

Main Methods:

Whole-genome sequencing of Pasteurella multocida strain 671/90.
Bioinformatic analysis of the resulting draft genome sequence.

Main Results:

The draft genome sequence of the virulent Pasteurella multocida strain 671/90 has been successfully generated.
This sequence data offers a valuable resource for understanding the genetic basis of virulence.

Conclusions:

The availability of this genome sequence facilitates further research into Pasteurella multocida pathogenesis.
Understanding the genomics of virulent strains can aid in developing strategies to control bovine pneumonia.