This genome was sequenced as part of the 1000 Fungal Genomes Project - Deep Sequencing of Ecologically-relevant Dikarya. Within the framework of this project, we are sequencing keystone lineages of saprophytic, mycorrhizal, and endophytic fungi that are of special ecological importance. Dozens of sequenced species were harvested from Long Term Observatories to serve as the foundation for a reference database for metagenomics of fungi and for a comprehensive survey of the soil fungal metatranscriptome.
The genome of Varicosporina prolifera CBS 130722 was sequenced as part of a set of marine-based fungi. V. prolifera is the anamorph of Corrolospora intermedia and is a member of the order Microascales in the class of Sordariomycetes. CBS130722 was isolated from sea foam of the south coast of Japan. It has been defined as the ex-type of the species and was shown to be salt-tolerant and a good degrader of seaweeds.
Researchers who wish to publish analyses using data from unpublished CSP genomes are respectfully required to contact the PI and JGI to avoid potential conflicts on data use and coordinate other publications with the CSP master paper(s).
