Application of whole genome sequencing and pan-family multi-locus sequence analysis to characterise relationships within the family Brucellaceae

The bacterial family Brucellaceae is currently composed of seven genera, including species of the genus Brucella, a number of which are significant veterinary and zoonotic pathogens. We have applied whole genome sequencing (WGS) and pan-family multi-locus sequence analysis (MLSA) approaches to a comprehensive panel of Brucellaceae type strains, in order to characterise relationships within the family.