# Complete genome sequence of Burkholderia cenocepacia bacteriophage Karil-mokiny-1

## TL;DR

Scientists sequenced a new bacteriophage that can target a dangerous bacteria causing respiratory infections.

## Contribution

The discovery and genome sequencing of a new bacteriophage with potential therapeutic use against Burkholderia cenocepacia.

## Key findings

- The bacteriophage has a genome size of 70,144 bp and belongs to the taxonomic classification Irusalimvirus.
- The genome lacks genes related to lysogeny, bacterial resistance, or virulence.

## Abstract

Burkholderia cepacia complex causes life-threatening respiratory infections. Here, a bacteriophage with activity against B. cenocepacia was isolated from wastewater. It has a genome size of 70,144 bp and has the taxonomic classification Irusalimvirus. It has no genes associated with lysogeny, bacterial resistance, or virulence.