217 closed Salmonella reference genomes using PacBio sequencing

High-quality complete reference genomes generated from PacBio long reads can provide essential details that are not available in draft genomes from short reads. A complete reference genome allows for more accurate data analysis and researchers to establish connections between genome variations and known genes, regulatory elements, and other genomic features. The addition of 217 complete genomes from 78 different Salmonella serovars, each representing either a distinct SNP cluster within the NCBI PD database or a unique strain, significantly enriches the diversity of the reference genome database.