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Draft Genome Sequences of Three Clinical Isolates of the Pathogenic Yeast Candida glabrata

Pedro Pais1,2, Mónica Galocha1,2, Isabel M Miranda3,4

  • 1Department of Bioengineering, Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal.

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|August 31, 2019
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This study presents the draft genome sequences for three clinical Candida glabrata isolates from Portugal. These sequences provide valuable data for understanding Candida glabrata infections.

Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Genomics
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Candida glabrata is an opportunistic fungal pathogen causing significant human infections.
  • Clinical isolates of Candida glabrata are a source of genetic diversity and potential virulence factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To generate and report the draft genome sequences of three distinct Candida glabrata clinical isolates.
  • To provide genomic resources for future studies on Candida glabrata epidemiology and pathogenesis.

Main Methods:

  • Whole-genome sequencing was performed on three clinical isolates: 040, 044, and OL152.
  • Isolates were recovered from blood (040, 044) and urine (OL152) samples at Centro Hospitalar de S. João, Portugal.

Main Results:

  • Draft genome sequences for Candida glabrata isolates 040, 044, and OL152 have been successfully generated.
  • These genomic data represent valuable resources for the scientific community.

Conclusions:

  • The availability of these draft genomes facilitates further research into the genetic makeup of clinical Candida glabrata strains.
  • This work contributes to a better understanding of Candida glabrata as a pathogen.

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