Draft genome sequence of Enterobacter sp. LM3, isolated from activated sludge

Area of Science:

• Microbiology
• Genomics
• Environmental Science

Background:

• Activated sludge in sewage treatment plants harbors diverse microbial communities.
• Understanding the genetic makeup of bacteria in these environments is crucial for bioremediation and public health.
• Enterobacter species are common inhabitants of wastewater environments.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present the draft genome sequence of Enterobacter sp. LM3.
• To provide a genomic resource for future studies on Enterobacter isolates from wastewater.

Main Methods:

• Isolation of Enterobacter sp. LM3 from activated sludge.
• Whole-genome sequencing and assembly.
• Bioinformatic analysis of the genome.

Main Results:

• The draft genome of Enterobacter sp. LM3 has a size of 4,376,652 base pairs.
• The guanine-cytosine (GC) content of the genome is 53.5%.
• The genome is predicted to contain 4,042 protein-coding genes.

Conclusions:

• The genome sequence provides valuable genetic information about Enterobacter sp. LM3.
• This genomic data can facilitate research into the functional roles and adaptations of this bacterium in wastewater treatment systems.