New publication on genomic epidemiology

 

The team has published a review paper about some of the most recent and groundbreaking studies in the field of genomic epidemiology. This work was carried out in cohoperation with the IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo in Pavia. The work was published on the journal Pathogens and Global Health. The editorial board has chosen the paper as the cover work of the issue.
Bacteriology has embraced the next-generation sequencing revolution, swiftly moving from the time of single genome sequencing to the age of genomic epidemiology. Hundreds and now even thousands of genomes are being sequenced for single bacterial species, allowing unprecedented levels of resolution and insight in the evolution and epidemic diffusion of the main bacterial pathogens.

Gaiarsa S, De Marco L, Comandatore F, Marone P, Bandi C, Sassera D. Bacterial genomic epidemiology, from local outbreak characterization to species-history reconstruction. Pathog Glob Health. 2015 Oct;109(7):319-27.