Genome Report: Chromosome-Scale Genome Assembly of the African Spiny Mouse (Acomys Cahirinus)

The study presents an improved reference genome for the African spiny mouse (Acomys cahirinus), a species noted for its remarkable tissue regeneration abilities. Utilizing long Nanopore sequencing reads, the researchers have developed a genome of higher contiguity and quality than previously available versions. The quality of the genome annotations was confirmed using RNA sequencing data from four different tissues. This enhanced genome assembly is expected to aid in the molecular understanding of the regenerative properties of A. cahirinus, facilitating further research in this area.