# Draft genome sequence of Serratia marcescens NGJE-81: a drain sediment isolate from Bangladesh

**Authors:** Fahad Khan, Abdus Sadique, Md. Mashiur Rahaman, Nayma Haque Tonny, Jahidul Alam, Muhsina Tabassum, Tasluma Tamanna, Solaiman Miah, Fariza Shams, Ayesha Sharmin, Ali Azam Talukder, Baki Billah, Md. Mahbubur Rahman, Sayad Md. Didarul Alam, Md. Mainul Hossain, Maqsud Hossain

PMC · DOI: 10.1128/mra.01008-25 · 2026-01-20

## TL;DR

This paper presents the draft genome sequence of a Serratia marcescens strain from Bangladesh, offering insights into its genetic makeup and potential uses.

## Contribution

The novel contribution is the draft genome sequence of Serratia marcescens NGJE-81, isolated from drain sediment in Bangladesh.

## Key findings

- The genome is approximately 4.95 Mb in size.
- It has a G + C content of 59.79%.
- The genome may reveal genetic factors behind the organism's metabolism and biotech potential.

## Abstract

Here, we report the draft genome sequence of Serratia marcescens NGJE-81 isolated from drain sediment. The genome consists of approximately 4.95 Mb with a G + C content of 59.79%. This genome sequence will provide insights into the genetic basis of this organism’s versatile metabolism and potential biotechnological applications.

## Linked entities

- **Species:** Serratia marcescens (taxon 615)

## Full-text entities

- **Genes:** tet(41) [NCBI Gene 93696999]
- **Diseases:** infections (MESH:D007239)
- **Chemicals:** aminoglycoside (MESH:D000617), prodigiosin (MESH:D011353), LB Broth (-), tetracycline (MESH:D013752), Glycerol (MESH:D005990), beta-lactam (MESH:D047090)
- **Species:** Homo sapiens (human, species) [taxon 9606], Serratia marcescens (species) [taxon 615]

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Source: https://tomesphere.com/paper/PMC12896267