MBGC2: Boosting compression via efficient encoding of approximate matches in genome collections.

MBGC2 addresses critical limitations in genome collection compression by delivering reliable performance, improved compression ratios, and enhanced usability features. The consistent efficiency across diverse genomic datasets makes it a versatile tool for managing the growing volume of genomic data in research and clinical settings. The balance between compression ratio and speed positions MBGC2 as a practical solution for the storage and transfer of large genomic collections.