Complete genome sequence of Roseburia faecis M72/1T
Kazutoshi Murotomi1, Dieter M Tourlousse1, Mayu Hamajima1
1Biomedical Research Institute National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Tsukuba, Japan.
We present the complete genome sequence of the bacterium Roseburia faecis strain M72/1. This analysis provides insights into the genetic makeup of this important gut microbe.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Genomics
- Bacterial genetics
Background:
- Roseburia faecis is a significant gut bacterium.
- Understanding its genome is crucial for microbiome research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To sequence and describe the complete genome of Roseburia faecis strain M72/1.
- To provide a foundational resource for future studies on this species.
Main Methods:
- Whole-genome sequencing of Roseburia faecis strain M72/1.
- Bioinformatic analysis of the assembled genome.
Main Results:
- A complete genome sequence was obtained for Roseburia faecis strain M72/1.
- The genome comprises a single circular chromosome of 3,385,415 base pairs.
- The genome is predicted to contain 3,338 genes encoding 3,180 proteins.
Conclusions:
- The genome sequence provides a comprehensive genetic blueprint of Roseburia faecis.
- This resource will facilitate research into the bacterium's role in the gut environment.
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