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Detection of Copy Number Alterations Using Single Cell Sequencing
Published on: February 17, 2017
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Correction to: LightCpG: a multi-view CpG sites detection on single-cell whole genome sequence data.
Limin Jiang1, Chongqing Wang2, Jijun Tang1,3
1School of Computer Science and Technology, College of Intelligence and Computing, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China.
BMC Genomics
|May 16, 2019
Summary
This study details a correction regarding image placement in figures 2 and 3. The authors identified and reported a switch in images during the typesetting process.
Area of Science:
- Scientific publishing
- Manuscript preparation
Background:
- Accuracy in scientific publications is crucial for reproducible research.
- Proper figure placement ensures clarity and correct interpretation of data.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report an error in figure placement in a previously published article.
- To ensure the integrity and accuracy of the scientific record.
Main Methods:
- A post-publication review identified a typesetting error.
- Authors confirmed the misplacement of figures during the production phase.
Main Results:
- Figure 2 and Figure 3 images were inadvertently switched.
- The error occurred during the typesetting process.
Conclusions:
- The correction ensures accurate representation of the study's findings.
- Maintaining the fidelity of published scientific data is paramount.
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