Whole-genome sequencing of the endemic Antarctic fungus Antarctomyces pellizariae reveals an ice-binding protein, a scarce set of secondary metabolites gene clusters and provides insights on Thelebolales phylogeny.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ygeno.2020.05.004
Abstract: The snow-covered surfaces of Antarctica comprise an extreme environment that favors the development of life forms with adaptations to adverse low-temperature habitats. The ability to survive and such temperatures might involve the production of antifreeze… read more here.
Keywords: endemic antarctic; ice binding; antarctic fungus; binding protein ... See more keywords