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Chromosome-Level Genome Assembly of Trichoderma cornu-damae Using Hi-C Data
Sung-Eun Cho1, Young-Nam Kwag1, Dong-Hyeon Lee2
1Forest Biodiversity Division, Korea National Arboretum, Pocheon, South Korea.
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|October 5, 2022
Summary
Trichoderma cornu-damae, a poisonous mushroom, produces toxic trichothecene mycotoxins. Researchers created a chromosome-level genome assembly for this fungus using Hi-C sequencing technology.
Area of Science:
- Mycology
- Genomics
- Toxicology
Background:
- Trichoderma cornu-damae is a poisonous mushroom species.
- This fungus (Basidiomycota, Fungi) is known to produce various trichothecene mycotoxins.
Purpose of the Study:
- To construct a high-quality, chromosome-level genome assembly of Trichoderma cornu-damae.
- To provide a genomic resource for understanding mycotoxin production in this species.
Main Methods:
- Genome sequencing utilizing Hi-C technology.
- Chromosome-level assembly of the T. cornu-damae genome.
Main Results:
- A complete chromosome-level genome assembly of T. cornu-damae was successfully generated.
- This assembly provides a foundational resource for future research.
Conclusions:
- The chromosome-level genome assembly of T. cornu-damae is now available.
- This resource will aid in investigating the genetic basis of trichothecene mycotoxin biosynthesis and pathogenicity.

