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Mariem Ben Khedher1,2,3, Fredrik Nindo1,2,3, Alicia Chevalier1,4

  • 1Bacteriology Laboratory, Archet 2 Hospital, CHU, University Côte d'Azur, Nice, France.

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|October 14, 2021
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Researchers sequenced the genomes of three Bacillus cereus group strains from infant blood infections. This provides crucial data for understanding and combating these serious hospital-acquired infections in vulnerable populations.

Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Genomics
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Bacillus cereus group strains can cause severe infections, particularly in vulnerable infant populations.
  • Hospitalized premature and immunocompromised infants are at high risk for bloodstream infections.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report the complete genome sequences of three Bacillus cereus group strains.
  • To provide genomic resources for studying infant infections caused by these bacteria.

Main Methods:

  • Isolation of Bacillus cereus group strains from infant blood cultures.
  • Whole-genome sequencing using Illumina HiSeq X Ten (short reads) and Oxford Nanopore MinION (long reads).

Main Results:

  • Complete genome sequences of three Bacillus cereus group strains were obtained.
  • The study provides high-quality genomic data for these clinically relevant isolates.

Conclusions:

  • The generated genome sequences are valuable resources for future research.
  • Understanding the genomics of Bacillus cereus group strains can aid in infection control and treatment strategies for infants.

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