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MitoepigenomeKB a comprehensive resource for human mitochondrial epigenetic data
Sourav Ghosh1, Anop Singh Ranawat2, Priya Tolani2
1GN Ramachandran Knowledge Center for Genome Informatics, CSIR Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology, Mathura Road, Delhi 110 025, India; Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, CSIR-IGIB South Campus, Mathura Road, Delhi 110 025, India.
Mitochondrion
|November 14, 2017
Summary
This study introduces mitoepigenomeKB, a new database cataloging human mitochondrial genome epigenetic modifications. This resource aims to facilitate research on mitochondrial epigenetics, environmental factors, and diseases.
Area of Science:
- Mitochondrial biology
- Epigenetics
- Genomics
Background:
- Epigenetic modifications in the human mitochondrial genome are gaining interest.
- These modifications are linked to environmental exposures, diseases, and traits.
- A lack of organized data hinders cross-study comparisons.
Purpose of the Study:
- To create a comprehensive catalog of epigenetic modifications in the human mitochondrial genome.
- To provide a user-friendly interface for accessing and analyzing this data.
- To establish a central resource for advancing research in mitochondrial epigenetics.
Main Methods:
- Compiled 62 datasets from 9 studies on human mitochondrial genome epigenetics.
- Developed mitoepigenomeKB, a web-based catalog.
- Implemented search, browse, and visualization functionalities.
Main Results:
- Created mitoepigenomeKB, a comprehensive catalog of human mitochondrial epigenetic modification datasets.
- The resource offers a user-friendly interface for data exploration.
- Established a centralized platform for mitochondrial epigenome data.
Conclusions:
- mitoepigenomeKB serves as a valuable resource for researchers in mitochondrial biology.
- It will aid in understanding the role of mitochondrial epigenetics in health and disease.
- Facilitates future research by enabling data comparison and integration.
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