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Complete Genome Sequence of Streptococcus mutans 27-3, an Active Extracellular Membrane Vesicle Producer
Xiaochang Huang1, Justin Merritt2,3, Zezhang Tom Wen1,4
1Department of Oral and Craniofacial Biology, School of Dentistry, Louisiana State University Health, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
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|June 24, 2021
Abstract:
Here, we report the complete genome sequence of Streptococcus mutans 27-3. Isolated from a caries-active patient, 27-3 produces significantly more extracellular membrane vesicles than the commonly used laboratory strain UA159. This study provides useful information for comparative genomic analysis and better understanding of regulation of vesiculogenesis in this bacterium.
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