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MSDB: a user-friendly program for reporting distribution and building databases of microsatellites from genome
Lianming Du1, Yuzhi Li, Xiuyue Zhang
1Key Laboratory of Bio-resources and Eco-environment, Ministry of Education, College of Life Science, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, PR China.
The Journal of Heredity
|November 13, 2012
Summary
A new Perl program, Microsatellite Search and Building Database (MSDB), aids in identifying and managing microsatellites from genome sequences. It offers powerful analysis and visualization tools for genomic data.
Area of Science:
- Bioinformatics
- Genomics
- Computational Biology
Background:
- Microsatellites are repetitive DNA sequences crucial for genetic variation and marker development.
- Efficient tools are needed for identifying, managing, and analyzing microsatellites within large genomic datasets.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce Microsatellite Search and Building Database (MSDB), a novel Perl program for microsatellite analysis.
- To provide a user-friendly platform for the identification, database creation, and statistical analysis of microsatellites from complete genome sequences.
Main Methods:
- MSDB utilizes a Perl-based program with a user-friendly interface for processing complete genome sequences.
- The program identifies pure, compound, and complex microsatellites and generates statistical reports.
- Includes subprograms for data export (SWR) and visualization (SWP) using R for sliding window plots.
Main Results:
- MSDB successfully identifies and categorizes various types of microsatellites.
- It generates detailed statistical reports in a worksheet format for easy data handling.
- Facilitates efficient management, classification, and statistical analysis of microsatellite data.
Conclusions:
- MSDB offers a powerful and accessible solution for microsatellite identification and database construction.
- The program enhances the treatment of large genomic datasets, aiding researchers in microsatellite-related studies.
- MSDB is freely available, promoting its adoption in bioinformatics and genomics research.
