CorkOakDB-The Cork Oak Genome Database Portal
Cirenia Arias-Baldrich1,2, Marta Contreiras Silva3, Filippo Bergeretti3
1Instituto Gulbenkian de Ciência, Rua da Quinta Grande, Oeiras 2780-156, Lisboa, Portugal.
Database : the Journal of Biological Databases and Curation
|December 31, 2020
Summary
A new database, CorkOakDB, provides accessible genomic and transcriptomic data for cork oak (Quercus suber). This resource aids research into cork oak
Area of Science:
- Genomics
- Bioinformatics
- Ecology
Background:
- Cork oak (Quercus suber) is ecologically and economically vital to the Mediterranean basin.
- The species faces decline due to environmental factors, necessitating deeper biological understanding.
- The 2018 cork oak genome publication was a significant step for genetic research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To create a comprehensive, accessible database for cork oak genomic and transcriptomic data.
- To support research efforts aimed at understanding and conserving cork oak populations.
- To provide a user-friendly platform for exploring genetic information.
Main Methods:
- Development of The Cork Oak Genome Database Portal (CorkOakDB).
- Integration of curated genomic and transcriptomic data.
- Support by the BioData.pt e-infrastructure (Portuguese ELIXIR node).
Main Results:
- CorkOakDB offers public access to search and explore curated genomic and transcriptomic data.
- The portal features a user-friendly interface with functional tools for researchers.
- A study case demonstrates the portal's functionalities.
Conclusions:
- CorkOakDB serves as a central repository for cork oak research, integrating genetic and other biological data.
- The database enhances accessibility to genomic information, facilitating research on cork oak biology and conservation.
- Ongoing curation and data collection ensure CorkOakDB's continued value to the scientific community.
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