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HopBase: a unified resource for Humulus genomics
Steven T Hill1, Ramcharan Sudarsanam1, John Henning2
1Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Oregon State University.
Database : the Journal of Biological Databases and Curation
|April 18, 2017
Summary
HopBase.org is a new online resource providing genomic data for Humulus lupulus. This platform supports hop research by centralizing genome assemblies and gene annotations for various cultivars.
Area of Science:
- Plant genomics
- Bioinformatics
- Agricultural science
Background:
- Hop (Humulus lupulus L. var lupulus) is economically important in brewing and shows medicinal potential.
- Existing genomic research in hop has produced draft genome and transcriptome assemblies.
- A centralized online resource is needed to support the growing hop genomics research community.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and present HopBase.org, a centralized online genomic resource for hop.
- To provide gene annotations for the Shinsuwase draft genome.
- To make genome assemblies and annotations for "Teamaker" and USDA 21422M publicly available.
Main Methods:
- Development of the HopBase.org online platform.
- Gene annotation of the Shinsuwase draft genome.
- Genome assembly and annotation for "Teamaker" and USDA 21422M accessions.
- Integration of common genomic data, a genome browser, and a BLAST database.
Main Results:
- HopBase.org is now available, offering a centralized hub for hop genomic information.
- The resource includes gene annotations for the Shinsuwase genome.
- Genome assemblies and annotations for "Teamaker" and USDA 21422M are accessible.
- Integrated tools facilitate genomic data exploration and analysis for researchers.
Conclusions:
- HopBase.org significantly advances hop genomics research by providing essential data and tools.
- The resource empowers the hop research community to leverage genomic information effectively.
- HopBase.org marks a crucial step towards the genomic era for hop studies.