# Metagenome-assembled genome of a novel Pseudoalteromonas species from South Mid-Atlantic Ridge deep-sea water suggests potential for chitin degradation

## TL;DR

A new Pseudoalteromonas species from deep-sea water may help break down chitin, contributing to organic matter recycling.

## Contribution

A novel Pseudoalteromonas species with potential chitin-degrading abilities is identified through a high-quality metagenome-assembled genome.

## Key findings

- The MAG contains genes related to chitin degradation.
- The species was recovered from deep-sea water at the South Mid-Atlantic Ridge.

## Abstract

We report a high-quality metagenome-assembled genome (MAG) of a novel Pseudoalteromonas species recovered from deep-sea water of the South Mid-Atlantic Ridge. This MAG encodes key chitinase-related genes, suggesting potential involvement in chitin degradation and organic matter remineralization in the deep sea.