Abstract
Microbial genomics has seen significant advances with the advent of high-throughput sequencing technologies, enabling the exploration of the genetic diversity of microbes and their role in human health, disease, and the environment. Bioinformatics tools are critical for the analysis of microbial genomes, facilitating tasks such as genome assembly, annotation, comparative genomics, and functional analysis. This article reviews bioinformatics approaches in microbial genomics, with a focus on the tools and techniques used for genome assembly, annotation, and the study of microbial diversity. We also discuss the challenges faced in microbial genomic research and highlight the future directions of the field.
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