Reporting the full genome sequence of a novel strain of Anabaena

What is it about?

Cyanobacteria, particularly Anabaena, have evolved the ability to accumulate sucrose internally in response to salt stress. Additionally, when that stress is relieved, these organisms secrete that sucrose into the external environment. It is this evolved adaptation which makes this organism of particular interest as a potential source of raw material for bioethanol. Investigations into the genome of this organism may provide vital information for the understanding of this important evolved adaptation.

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Why is it important?

There is a need for new sources of energy that are not only renewable, but carbon neutral. This organism uses CO2 from the atmosphere to make sugars which can be harvested and converted to bioethanol; thereby adding no additional carbon to the atmosphere.