• Journal of Dairy Science and Biotechnology
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• v.42 no.1
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• pp.18-22
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• 2024

In this study, we performed whole-genome sequencing of Levilactobacillus brevis KL251 (KL251) isolated from kimchi. The KL251 genome, characterized by a circular chromosome spanning 2,345,062 base pairs with a GC content of 45.78%, was analyzed. KL251 contains 2,275 coding DNA sequences (CDSs), 56 transfer RNAs (tRNAs), and 4 ribosomal RNAs (rRNAs). Genes associated with gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) production and CRISPR-Cas systems were identified and could potentially be used for GABA synthesis and defense against foreign DNA. Additionally, the presence of functional genes involved in isoprenoid biosynthesis, glutathione generation, and redox sensing showed that cellular metabolism and stress responses were important characteristics of this genome. These genomic findings suggest that the KL251 strain could potentially have several applications, including food fermentation, probiotics, dairy product starters, and the development of health-enhancing products.