Draft genomes of three cultured members of a psychrophilic Francisella species cultivated from the Chesapeake Bay in winter

Microbiology Resource Announcements 2026 Open access

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Authors: Charles R. Sweet, Caitlyn J. Koo, Logan M. Treaster, Leah E. Duke, Robert K. Ernst
DOI: 10.1128/mra.01044-25
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Abstract

ABSTRACT The Francisellaceae are a family of Gram-negative γ-proteobacteria with diverse environmental and pathogenic roles. This report presents the draft genomes of three isolates of a Francisella organism from the winter Chesapeake Bay that occupies a psychrophilic, environmental niche, offering genomic insights into the capabilities of these unusual bacteria.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Genomics and Phylogenetic Studies Polar Research and Ecology Microbial Community Ecology and Physiology

Publication details

Journal / source
Microbiology Resource Announcements
Volume
15
Issue
3
Pages
e0104425–e0104425
Publication date
18 February 2026
Language
EN