Comparative Genomic Analysis of Klebsiella Exposed to Various Space Conditions at the International Space Station

While previous literature has shown varying degrees of sensitivity in klebsiella to a high radiation environment, not much is known about the genetic component that yields this microbial advantage. Our research objective is to pinpoint the genetic advantage some Klebsiella species acquire as they are exposed to a space-like environment through a comparison of whole genomes sequences to better control microbial contamination onboard the ISS.