Released on December 17, 2021
Back to episode listIn our ongoing series on bacterial taxonomy, we explore how genomics has revolutionized this field. Joining us for this discussion are:
Genomics has significantly altered the framework of bacterial taxonomy by:
Refining Phylogenetic Relationships: Genomics allows for more precise phylogenetic trees based on DNA sequences rather than solely on phenotypic characteristics.
Discovering New Lineages: The ability to sequence genomes quickly and affordably has led to the discovery of previously unknown bacterial lineages.
Clarifying Species Concepts: Genomic data has helped clarify what constitutes a bacterial species, challenging many traditional concepts.
For a deeper dive into the impact of genomics on bacterial taxonomy, you can refer to our selective bibliography compiled by the experts in this discussion.
This bibliography provides a curated list of seminal papers and resources that explore the intersection of genomics and bacterial taxonomy.