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LEMMI: a continuous benchmarking platform for metagenomics classifiers.

Mathieu Seppey¹, Mosè Manni¹, Evgeny M Zdobnov¹

¹Department of Genetic Medicine and Development, University of Geneva Medical School and Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics, 1211 Geneva, Switzerland.

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The LEMMI platform benchmarks microbiome analysis software for accurate metagenome composition. It ensures rapid evaluation of new tools alongside established methods, promoting informed user choices and tool adoption.

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Area of Science:

Microbiology
Bioinformatics
Computational Biology

Background:

Microbiome research generates vast sequencing data, necessitating efficient computational tools.
Evaluating new metagenome analysis methods against existing ones is crucial for timely adoption.

Purpose of the Study:

Introduce the LEMMI platform for benchmarking metagenome composition assessment software.
Facilitate independent and continuous evaluation of novel and established computational tools.

Main Methods:

LEMMI utilizes a centralized, open-submission benchmark for software evaluation.
Employs software containers for reproducible and long-term availability of all tested methods.
Details the LEMMI workflow and assesses the performance of selected tools.

Main Results:

LEMMI provides a standardized framework for comparing metagenome analysis tools.
Demonstrates the platform's capability to evaluate previously unassessed software.
Highlights the importance of independent benchmarking for tool validation.

Conclusions:

LEMMI accelerates the adoption of reliable microbiome analysis tools.
Fosters a community-driven effort for method development and evaluation.
Empowers users to select standardized, high-performance tools for their research.