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Draft Genome Sequence of the Rodent Opportunistic Pathogen Pasteurella pneumotropica ATCC 35149T

Hiraku Sasaki1, Hiroki Ishikawa2, Ryoki Asano3

  • 1Department of Health Science, School of Health and Sports Science, Juntendo University, Chiba, Japan hirakus@juntendo.ac.jp ekawamoto388@gmail.com.

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|August 9, 2014
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We sequenced the genome of Pasteurella pneumotropica ATCC 35149, a common opportunistic pathogen found in laboratory rodents. This provides a valuable resource for understanding this important bacterial species.

Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Genomics
  • Veterinary Science

Background:

  • Pasteurella pneumotropica is an opportunistic pathogen.
  • It is frequently isolated from the upper respiratory tracts of laboratory rodents.
  • Understanding its genetic makeup is crucial for controlling infections in research settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report the draft genome sequence of Pasteurella pneumotropica type strain ATCC 35149.
  • To provide a genomic resource for Pasteurella pneumotropica research.

Main Methods:

  • Whole-genome sequencing of Pasteurella pneumotropica ATCC 35149.
  • Bioinformatic analysis of the resulting draft genome sequence.

Main Results:

  • The draft genome sequence of Pasteurella pneumotropica ATCC 35149 was successfully generated.
  • The strain was confirmed to be biotype Jawetz.

Conclusions:

  • The availability of this genome sequence facilitates further research into Pasteurella pneumotropica.
  • This genomic data can aid in developing strategies to manage and prevent infections in laboratory animal populations.

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