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  • Multilocus sequence typing (MLST) is a standard for microbial genotyping, crucial for population structure analysis.
  • Conventional MLST involves PCR amplification and sequencing of multiple gene loci.
  • Existing methods are reliable but can be time-consuming and costly compared to newer techniques.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate a novel, high-throughput MLST method.
  • To enable rapid, accurate, and economical genotyping of numerous isolates simultaneously.
  • To apply this method to Cryptococcus neoformans for strain identification.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized next-generation sequencing (NGS) with a multiplexing protocol.
  • Developed specialized analytical software for data processing.
  • Applied the method to genotype multiple isolates of Cryptococcus neoformans.

Main Results:

  • Achieved accurate and rapid MLST genotyping of 96 or more isolates in a single assay.
  • Demonstrated the method's efficacy on a well-characterized human pathogen.
  • The new method offers a balance of speed, cost-effectiveness, and accuracy.

Conclusions:

  • The described NGS-based MLST protocol is a significant advancement for microbial genotyping.
  • This method facilitates large-scale population studies and outbreak investigations.
  • It provides a robust tool for analyzing microbial diversity and evolution.