genome size larger than estimate genome size

[yaradua]

Hi,

Thank you for developing the program. I am trying to assemble a genome with an estimated size of 1.47GB. Hifiasm gives me an assembly with a size of 7.5GB. I have tried several parameters (-s 0.3 and --hom-cov) but am getting the same result. Can you please advise on how to solve this issue?

Thank you.
Samaila Yaradua

[yaradua]

Hello,

Your input will be highly appreciated. I am still yet to get a good assembly, I have tried several parameters, can you please help. The genome has a heterozygosity of 6.13% with a lot of repetition.

Thank you in advance.
Samaila