Query: NC_020304:547036 Desulfocapsa sulfexigens DSM 10523, complete genome
Lineage: Desulfocapsa sulfexigens; Desulfocapsa; Desulfobulbaceae; Desulfobacterales; Proteobacteria; Bacteria
General Information: Desulfocapsa sulfexigens is capable of sulfur disproportination. This process is highly relevant for the sulfur cycle in the environment. Nitrogen fixation, Dissimilatory sulfate reduction.
Subject: NC_007622:1842000 Staphylococcus aureus RF122, complete genome
Lineage: Staphylococcus aureus; Staphylococcus; Staphylococcaceae; Bacillales; Firmicutes; Bacteria
General Information: This strain is a common strain associated with mastitis in cattle. This organism is responsible for several hundred million dollars worth of annual economic loss to animal production each year. Staphylcocci are generally found inhabiting the skin and mucous membranes of mammals and birds. Some members of this genus can be found as human commensals and these are generally believed to have the greatest pathogenic potential in opportunistic infections. This organism is a major cause of nosocomial (hospital-acquired) and community-acquired infections. S. aureus continues to be a major cause of mortality and is responsible for a variety of infections including, boils, furuncles, styes, impetigo and other superficial skin infections in humans. Also known to cause more serious infections particularly in the chronically ill or immunocompromised. The ability to cause invasive disease is associated with persistance in the nasal cavity of a host.