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DBcat: a catalog of biological databases
C Discala1, M Ninnin, F Achard
1GIS Infobiogen, 7 rue Guy Môquet BP 8, 94801 Villejuif cedex, France.
Nucleic Acids Research
|December 10, 1998
Summary
DBcat is a daily-updated catalog of over 400 biological databases, classified by application domains. It offers searchability via SRS server or web interface and downloadable files.
Area of Science:
- Bioinformatics
- Biological Databases
- Information Management
Background:
- Biological research generates vast amounts of data requiring efficient management.
- Numerous biological databases exist, but accessing and navigating them can be challenging.
- A centralized, curated resource is needed to catalog and provide access to these databases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce DBcat, a comprehensive catalog of biological databases.
- To provide a structured and searchable resource for biological information.
- To facilitate access to over 400 biological databases.
Main Methods:
- DBcat is maintained and curated daily at GIS Infobiogen.
- Databases are classified by application domains.
- A structured flat-file library is utilized.
- Search functionality is provided via an SRS server and a dedicated Web interface.
- Database files are available for download from an anonymous FTP server.
Main Results:
- DBcat contains over 400 biological databases.
- Databases are categorized by application domains.
- The catalog is searchable through multiple access points.
- Data is readily available for download.
Conclusions:
- DBcat serves as a valuable, up-to-date resource for the biological research community.
- It simplifies the discovery and access of relevant biological databases.
- The catalog enhances biological data management and accessibility.