Metabolic Versatility and Novel Pathways in Microbial and Viral Communities from an Intermediate-Salinity System in Acos, Peru

In this study, we reconstruct sample MAGs from Peru's hypersaline Acos system and aim to elucidate the diversity, metabolic potential, and ecological roles of bacteria, archaea, and viruses in this habitat. We aim for the identification of novel taxa and metabolic pathways, particularly those involved in carbon, nitrogen, and sulfur cycling, and the potential interactions mediated by viruses. This study offers novel information on the resilience and functional heterogeneity of microbial communities in the face of extreme environments.