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  • Microbiology
  • Evolutionary Biology
  • Genomics

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  • Pseudomonas aeruginosa is an opportunistic pathogen found in diverse environments.
  • Its large pan-genome confers extensive metabolic capabilities and explains its ubiquity.
  • Chronic infections in cystic fibrosis patients offer a unique model for bacterial evolution.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the population biology and evolution of Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
  • To investigate the microevolution of P. aeruginosa during chronic cystic fibrosis infections.
  • To identify pathoadaptive mutations selected during within-host evolution.

Main Methods:

  • Whole-genome sequencing of serial isolates from cystic fibrosis patients.
  • Analysis of bacterial population dynamics and evolutionary trajectories.
  • Identification of mutations and their impact on bacterial traits.

Main Results:

  • P. aeruginosa exhibits significant microevolutionary changes during chronic infections.
  • While overall evolution is neutral, specific pathoadaptive mutations are selected.
  • Even single mutations can lead to novel complex traits following predisposing events.

Conclusions:

  • Whole-genome analyses provide unprecedented insights into bacterial pathogen evolution.
  • Understanding P. aeruginosa microevolution is crucial for managing chronic infections.
  • The study highlights the role of mutation and selection in bacterial adaptation within hosts.