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Yang Song1, Songchao Zhong2, Yixiao Li2
1National Key Laboratory of Intelligent Tracking and Forecasting for Infectious Diseases, Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Beijing 102206, China.
Genes
|December 23, 2023
Summary
This study introduces an online platform for analyzing pathogen genomic data, simplifying whole genome sequencing (WGS) analysis for public health professionals. The tool enables non-programmers to conduct complex data mining for infectious disease surveillance.
Area of Science:
- Bioinformatics
- Genomics
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Whole genome sequencing (WGS) is crucial for tracking pathogen origins and spread during outbreaks.
- Clinical and public health experts face challenges in effectively utilizing microbiome sequencing data.
- A need exists for accessible tools to analyze pathogen genomic data for public health surveillance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a dynamic, interactive online platform for pathogen genomic data analysis.
- To empower public health professionals with user-friendly tools for infectious disease surveillance.
- To facilitate in-depth analysis and utilization of pathogen genomic data without requiring programming expertise.
Main Methods:
- The platform was built using Java and the VUE framework, employing the MVC pattern.
- Cloud computing services were utilized to integrate biological information analysis tools.
- The system provides an interactive visual interface for data analysis and result generation.
Main Results:
- The platform enables non-programming analysis of pathogen genomic data.
- Users can interactively set parameters via web pages to obtain visual analysis results.
- Results can be exported in various formats to support further research.
Conclusions:
- An interactive online bioinformatics analysis platform has been established.
- Complex genomic analysis processes are simplified through a cloud-based service.
- The platform facilitates real-time data mining and analysis for public health professionals.

