Draft genome sequence of Elizabeth River PAH-degrading fungal isolates Trichoderma deliquescens and Aureobasidium sp.

Key Points

• To sequence and analyze the genomes of fungi known for degrading polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.
• Isolated fungi from sediments in the Elizabeth River
• Performed genome assembly using Nanopore sequencing
• Identified genes encoding enzymes for PAH degradation
• Draft genomes were successfully assembled for both Trichoderma deliquescens and Aureobasidium sp.
• Genes related to PAH degradation were found in the genomes
• Findings provide genomic insights that could inform bioremediation strategies