Microbiome insights from a South African cultural and natural landmark cave using metagenomics next-generation
Olubukola Oluranti Babalola1, Afeez Adesina Adedayo1, Saheed Adekunle Akinola1,2
1Food Security and Safety Focus Area, Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, North-West University, Mmabatho, South Africa.
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|February 18, 2025
Abstract:
The microbiome study of Sterkfontein Cave (a natural and cultural cave) revealed fascinating insights into its metagenome study and functional annotation. The largely unexplored cave soil microbiota showcases intricate survival adaptations with promising potential for various human applications. Here, we report the microbial diversity and functions associated with Sterkfontein Cave soil.


