Complete genome sequence of Microbacterium foliorum singleton phage Magritte
2024
Complete genome sequence of phage Magritte
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Author Information
Author(s): Eivazova Elvira, St. Pierre Jenna, Galindo Miriam, Bautista James, Matzirakis Annaleisa, Falletti Madalyn, Fix Elynor, Fritsch Levi
Primary Institution: Columbia State Community College
Conclusion
The genome of phage Magritte is a singleton with a large genome of 133,228 bp encoding 250 predicted genes.
Supporting Evidence
- Phage Magritte was isolated from soil in Columbia, TN using Microbacterium foliorum as a host.
- Magritte has a genome of 133,228 bp with 250 predicted genes.
- Transmission electron microscopy revealed a siphovirus morphology.
Takeaway
Scientists found a new virus called phage Magritte that can attack bacteria, and it has a big set of instructions (genome) for how it works.
Methodology
Phage Magritte was isolated from soil and its genome was sequenced using Illumina MiSeq technology.
Limitations
Further experiments are required to confirm the type of phage life cycle.
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