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Archaeal genomes linked to industrial wastewater and associated freshwater in South Africa

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Archaea provide important ecosystem services including the degradation of contaminants. Here, we present archaeal genomes from understudied South African wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) and associated rivers receiving industrial effluents. Functional analysis revealed key genes implicated in heavy metal degradation, offering a valuable resource for mechanistic studies on archaeal metabolism.

Source: Microbiology Resource Announcements

DOI: 10.1128/mra.01079-24

Authors: J. P. Makumbi, O. K. Bezuidt, S. K. Leareng, T. P. Makhalanyane

Institutions: Stellenbosch University, University of Pretoria

Language: English

Topic: Microbial Community Ecology and Physiology

Subfield: Ecology

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Clean water and sanitation

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: National Research Foundation