Draft genome sequence of strain Ech2A causing soft rot on sweet pepper ().

We report the draft genome sequence of strain Ech2A causing soft rot on pepper. To verify pathogenicity, Koch's postulates were performed on sweet pepper. Genes encoding pectinolytic enzymes were found in the genome.

Draft genomes of two phylotype I and II species complex (RSSC) isolates causing bacterial wilt in tomato plants from Costa Rica.

Bacteria from RSSC hold agricultural significance as they are the causal agents of bacterial wilt. Here, we report the draft genomes of two bacteria extracted from vascular tissues of infected tomato plants. Isolate RALF-MA was classified as (phylotype I) and RALSA-MA as (phylotype II).

First insights into the prokaryotic community structure of Lake Cote, Costa Rica: Influence on nutrient cycling.

Prokaryotic diversity in lakes has been studied for many years mainly focusing on community structure and how the bacterial assemblages are driven by physicochemical conditions such as temperature, oxygen, and nutrients. However, little is known about how the composition and function of the prokaryotic community changes upon lake stratification. To elucidate this, we studied Lake Cote in Costa Rica determining prokaryotic diversity and community structure in conjunction with physicochemistry along vertical gradients during stratification and mixing periods.

Draft Genome Sequences of Two Cyanobacteria spp. Isolated from Microbial Mats in Miravalles Thermal Spring, Costa Rica.

We report the draft genome sequences of sp. strain 7M and sp. strain 15MV, isolated from Miravalles Thermal Spring, Costa Rica.

Novel Cyanobacterial Diversity Found in Costa Rican Thermal Springs Associated with Rincon de la Vieja and Miravalles Volcanoes: A Polyphasic Approach.

Central America is one of the most important biodiversity hot spots in the world, and Costa Rican microbial communities from thermal springs are the best characterized in the isthmus. Miravalles is an inactive quaternary stratovolcano, and the Rincón de la Vieja is a unique active volcano, in whose slopes diverse hydrothermal springs, such as Las Lilas, are located. These springs harbor extensive microbial mats, whose diversity has been studied.