Complete genome sequences of 3 diverse strains of Propionibacterium acidipropionici.. Propionibacterium acidipropionici

Propionibacterium acidipropionici is a food-grade Actinobacterium traditionally used in dairy industry and also known for its ability to produce appreciable amounts of short-chain fatty acids, however the species is poorly characterised on genetic level. This study compares three newly completed genome sequences of P. acidipropionici and focuses on characteristics shared among the strains and also on strain-specific features on both genetic and phenotypic levels.