Solyntus

Solyntus provides a highly contiguous diploid reference genome for Solanum tuberosum to support genomic research and breeding.

Key Features:

• Reference genome: A highly contiguous diploid reference genome for Solanum tuberosum.
• Source genotype: Derived from the diploid potato cultivar Solyntus.
• Genotype characteristics: The Solyntus genotype exhibits high homozygosity, vigor, and self-compatibility.
• Sequencing data: Constructed from a combination of long and short sequencing reads.
• Assembler: Genome assembly was produced using Canu.
• Assembly statistics: The assembly achieves an N50 of 63.7 Mbp.
• Contig organization: The assembly comprises 116 contigs organized into pseudochromosomes, with three to seventeen contigs per chromosome.
• Gene completeness: Contains 93.7% of the single-copy gene orthologs from the Solanaceae family set.
• Comparative representation: Provides a more direct and contiguous genomic resource for Solanum tuberosum compared to the Solanum phureja (DM) reference.

Scientific Applications:

• Diploid potato research: Supports genetic and genomic studies in diploid Solanum tuberosum.
• Comparative genomics: Enables comparative analyses within the Solanaceae family using improved single-copy gene representation.
• Breeding and genetic studies: Facilitates breeding programs and genetic analyses by providing a contiguous reference genome.
• Data mining and genomic analyses: Serves as a platform for data mining and downstream genomic analyses.

Methodology:

Genome assembly was generated with Canu using combined long and short sequencing reads.