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Latest data from AllTheBacteria described in our updated preprint. All illumina WGS bacterial+archaeal sequence data to Aug 2024 consistently assembled, QC, and now AMR profiling. That's 2.4 million genomes. Gene annotations almost done , coming next. Please use!

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AllTheBacteria - all bacterial genomes assembled, available and searchable
The bacterial sequence data publicly available at the global DNA archives is a vast source of information on the evolution of bacteria and their mobile elements. However, most of it is either unassemb...
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November 15, 2024 at 6:59 PM
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⚡ I would absolutely love a time when we could treat bacterial infections without antibiotics.
Reducing bacterial skin infections with harmless zaps of electricity - Advanced Science News
Scientists use mild electrical currents to treat skin infections, presenting an antibiotic-free solution amid rising antimicrobial resistance.
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November 18, 2024 at 2:00 PM