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Draft Genome Sequences of Two Strains of Propionibacterium acnes Isolated from Radical Prostatectomy Specimens

Tim N Mak1, Karen S Sfanos, Holger Brüggemann

  • 1Department of Biomedicine, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark.

Genome Announcements
|December 21, 2013
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Researchers sequenced the genomes of two Propionibacterium acnes strains, P6 and PA2. These bacteria are linked to human skin and diseased prostates, aiding future research.

Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Genomics
  • Urology

Background:

  • Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) is a Gram-positive bacterium commonly found on human skin, particularly in sebaceous follicles.
  • P. acnes has been frequently isolated from diseased human prostate tissues, suggesting a potential role in prostate pathology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To generate draft genome sequences for two P. acnes strains, P6 and PA2.
  • To provide genomic data for P. acnes strains isolated from radical prostatectomy specimens.

Main Methods:

  • Isolation of P. acnes strains P6 and PA2 from radical prostatectomy specimens.
  • Whole-genome sequencing to obtain draft genome sequences.

Main Results:

  • Successful generation of draft genome sequences for P. acnes strains P6 and PA2.
  • Genomic data is now available for these specific P. acnes isolates.

Conclusions:

  • The availability of these draft genome sequences facilitates further investigation into the biology of P. acnes.
  • This genomic information may contribute to understanding the association of P. acnes with prostate disease.

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