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Microbiome insights from a South African cultural and natural landmark cave using metagenomics next-generation sequencing

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The microbiome study of Sterkfontein Cave (a natural and cultural cave) revealed fascinating insights into its metagenome study and functional annotation. The largely unexplored cave soil microbiota showcases intricate survival adaptations with promising potential for various human applications. Here, we report the microbial diversity and functions associated with Sterkfontein Cave soil.

Source: Microbiology Resource Announcements

DOI: 10.1128/mra.01183-24

Authors: Olubukola Oluranti Babalola, Afeez Adesina Adedayo, Saheed Adekunle Akinola

Institutions: North-West University, University of Rwanda

Language: English

Topic: Microbial Community Ecology and Physiology

Subfield: Ecology

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: National Research Foundation

Awards: G1449664349, G2420721786, G6726469439