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The Protein Data Bank.

Helen M Berman1, Tammy Battistuz, T N Bhat

  • 1RCSB, Department of Chemistry, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, 610 Taylor Road, Piscataway, NJ, USA. berman@rcsb.rutgers.edu

Acta Crystallographica. Section D, Biological Crystallography
|May 31, 2002
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The Protein Data Bank (PDB) is the global archive for biological macromolecular structures. It serves as a vital resource for structural bioinformatics and data access.

Area of Science:

  • Structural biology
  • Bioinformatics
  • Biochemistry

Background:

  • The Protein Data Bank (PDB) is the primary global repository for structural data of biological macromolecules.
  • Numerous secondary databases and research initiatives rely on PDB data as their foundation.
  • It is an essential starting point for investigations in the field of structural bioinformatics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the objectives and scope of the Protein Data Bank.
  • To detail the established systems for data deposition and retrieval.
  • To provide information on accessing PDB resources and future development plans.

Main Methods:

  • Data deposition protocols and standards.
  • Information retrieval systems and access methods.

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  • Archival and data management strategies.

    • Main Results:

    • The PDB serves as a comprehensive archive for primary structural data.
    • Established systems facilitate efficient data deposition and access.
    • Information on PDB resources and future development is readily available.

    Conclusions:

    • The Protein Data Bank is a critical resource for structural biology and bioinformatics.
    • Understanding PDB scope and access is essential for researchers.
    • The PDB continues to evolve to support scientific advancement.