Complete genome sequence of Gluconacetobacter xylinus E25 strain--valuable and effective producer of bacterial nanocellulose

Abstract

This study reports the release of complete genome sequence of the producer of bacterial nanocellulose (BNC) - Gluconacetobacter xylinus E25, a vinegar-isolated strain. Preliminary sequence analysis revealed complexity of the genome structure and familiarized genetic basis of productive properties of E25 strain. The genome consists of one chromosome and five plasmids. Whole genome sequencing has opened up new perspectives for further bioinformatics and experimental studies allowing the elucidation of molecular mechanisms responsible for regulation of production of BNC - a valuable biomaterial.

Keywords: Bacterial nanocellulose; Cellulose synthase operon; Gluconacetobacter xylinus genome; Next generation sequencing (NGS).