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Complete Genome Sequence of Universal Bacteriophage Host Strain Campylobacter jejuni subsp. jejuni PT14
Kelly J Brathwaite1, Patcharin Siringan, Joanna Moreton
1Division of Food Sciences, University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington Campus, Loughborough, United Kingdom.
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|November 23, 2013
Abstract:
Campylobacter jejuni strain PT14 is a clinical isolate previously used to propagate bacteriophages in the United Kingdom phage typing scheme. The strain has proven useful in the isolation of Campylobacter bacteriophages from several sources, and it functions as a model host in phage therapy experiments with poultry and poultry meat.
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Campylobacter jejuni strain PT14 is a valuable tool for isolating bacteriophages and serves as a model host in phage therapy research, particularly for poultry applications.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Virology
- Food Safety
Background:
- Campylobacter jejuni strain PT14 is a clinical isolate with a history of use in phage typing.
- This strain has demonstrated utility in isolating various Campylobacter bacteriophages.
- It serves as a model organism in phage therapy research, especially concerning poultry.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the significance of Campylobacter jejuni strain PT14 in phage research.
- To underscore its role in bacteriophage isolation and propagation.
- To emphasize its application as a model host in phage therapy for poultry.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing Campylobacter jejuni strain PT14 for bacteriophage isolation from diverse sources.
- Employing the strain as a host in phage therapy experiments.
- Documenting its effectiveness in phage propagation within the UK phage typing scheme.
Main Results:
- Campylobacter jejuni strain PT14 has been successfully used to isolate Campylobacter bacteriophages.
- The strain functions effectively as a model host in phage therapy studies.
- Its utility is established in phage propagation for the United Kingdom phage typing scheme.
Conclusions:
- Campylobacter jejuni strain PT14 is a crucial resource for Campylobacter bacteriophage research.
- Its role as a model host is vital for advancing phage therapy applications in poultry.
- The strain's utility spans isolation, propagation, and therapeutic applications.
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