Whole genome sequencing of Priestia megaterium isolated from the gut of sea cucumber (Holothuria leucospilota)

Draft genome sequence of Priestia megaterium AB-S79 strain isolated from active gold mine

“…Bacillus megaterium , a basionym of Priestia megaterium ( 1 ), possesses metabolic potentials suited for generating various biotechnologically relevant compounds (e.g., cobalamin, enzymes, pigments, polymers, recombinant proteins, and other vitamins) ( 2 – 4 ). P. megaterium members can also be found in wine, honey, fish, raw meats, seawater, the human oral cavity, and plant endophytic zones ( 5 – 7 ). P. megaterium has applications in certain bioremediation, biosorption, and bioaugmentation studies ( 8 – 10 ).…”