Complete Genome Sequence of Rhodospirillum rubrum Type Strain (S1T)
Author Information
Author(s): Munk A. Christine, Copeland Alex, Lucas Susan, Lapidus Alla, Del Rio Tijana, Glavina Tijana, Barry Kerrie, Detter John C., Hammon Nancy, Israni Sanjay, Pitluck Sam, Brettin Thomas, Bruce David, Han Cliff, Tapia Roxanne, Gilna Paul, Schmutz Jeremy, Larimer Frank, Land Miriam, Kyrpides Nikos C., Mavromatis Konstantinos, Richardson Paul, Rohde Manfred, Göker Markus, Klenk Hans-Peter, Zhang Yaoping, Roberts Gary P., Reslewic Susan, Schwartz David C.
Primary Institution: Michigan State University
Conclusion
The genome of Rhodospirillum rubrum strain S1T was successfully sequenced, revealing its unique genetic features and potential biotechnological applications.
Supporting Evidence
- Rhodospirillum rubrum is an anoxygenic phototroph that produces elemental sulfur.
- It has a simple photosynthetic system and can grow on carbon monoxide as its sole energy source.
- The genome consists of a 4,352,825 bp long chromosome and a 53,732 bp plasmid.
- 3,850 protein-coding genes and 83 RNA genes were identified in the genome.
- R. rubrum is a model organism for studies on nitrogen fixation.
Takeaway
Scientists figured out the complete DNA of a tiny organism called Rhodospirillum rubrum, which can use light to make energy without producing oxygen.
Methodology
The genome was sequenced using Sanger sequencing with two genomic libraries and analyzed for gene prediction and annotation.
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