Author:
Zhou Yan,Zhang Wenfei,Wan Yusong,Jin Wujun,Zhang Yan,Li Youzhi,Chen Baoshan,Jiang Mingguo,Fang Xuanjun
Abstract
AbstractHere, we present the whole genome sequence of Bt S2160-1, a potential alternative to the mosquitocidal model strain, Bti. One chromosome genome and four mega-plasmids were contained in Bt S2160-1, and 13 predicted genes encoding predicted insecticidal crystal proteins were identified clustered on one plasmid pS2160-1p2 containing two pathogenic islands (PAIs) designed as PAI-1 (Cry54Ba, Cry30Ea4, Cry69Aa-like, Cry50Ba2-like, Cry4Ca1-like, Cry30Ga2, Cry71Aa-like, Cry72Aa-like, Cry70Aa-like, Cyt1Da2-like and Vpb4C1-like) and PAI-2 (Cyt1Aa-like, and Tpp80Aa1-like). The clusters appear to represent mosquitocidal toxin islands similar to pathogenicity islands. Transcription/translation of 10 of the 13 predicted genes was confirmed by whole-proteome analysis using LTQ-Orbitrap LC–MS/MS. In summary, the present study identified the existence of a mosquitocidal toxin island in Bacillus thuringiensis, and provides important genomic information for understanding the insecticidal mechanism of B. thuringiensis.
Funder
Guangxi Minzu University Introduction of Talent Research Start-up Fund
Natural Science Foundation of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region
The Basic Ability Enhancement Program for Young and Middle-aged Teachers of Guangxi
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
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