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SIMBA: a Genome Assembly Project Management System

Neel — Thu, 29 Nov 2018 08:52:25 -0600

SIMBA, SImple Manager for Bacterial Assemblies, is a Web interface for managing assembly projects of bacterial genomes. SIMBA was created to assist bioinformaticians to assemble bacterial genomes sequenced with NextGeneration Sequencing (NGS) platforms quickly, easily and effectively. SIMBA also is open source tool, i.e., can be freely downloaded, shared and modified.

Address of the bookmark: http://ufmg-simba.sourceforge.net/

1000 Genomes Chile Project

LEGE — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 01:24:13 -0500

Welcome to Chile Sequence to Chile: A Genomic Exploration Project for the Future Genomics, the science that deciphers the complexity of DNA, immerses us in the world of life at its most basic level. On this journey into the depths of genetic information, we find the 1000 Genomes Chile Project, an initiative that seeks to explore and understand the genetic wealth of our country.

Deciphering Life at the Molecular Level DNA sequencing is the key that opens the door to invaluable knowledge. By understanding the genes that make up Chilean species, we unravel the secrets of their evolution, their resistance and their adaptation to the environment. In a world where biodiversity faces constant threats, sequencing becomes crucial for the conservation and understanding of our natural heritage.

Involving Everyone: A Nationwide Effort The 1000 Genomes Chile Project is not just a task for scientists. It is a country-wide effort that seeks the participation of everyone: from citizens to the government to the private sector. We believe in the importance of sharing knowledge, involving society in the selection of species to sequence, in monitoring progress and in applying the results to preserve our environment.

Address of the bookmark: https://1000genomas.cl/

The Breeding API (BrAPI) project

BioStar — Wed, 06 Jan 2021 19:51:17 -0600

The Breeding API (BrAPI) project is an effort to enable interoperability among plant breeding databases. BrAPI is a standardized RESTful web service API specification for communicating plant breeding data. This community driven standard is free to be used by anyone interested in plant breeding data management.

Address of the bookmark: https://brapi.org/

Mosquito species known for transmitting the Dengue virus

BioStar — Wed, 03 Apr 2024 00:05:51 -0500

Here is a list of mosquito species known for transmitting the Dengue virus along with essential and applied information about each species:

1. Aedes aegypti:
- Geographical Distribution: Found in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide.
- Biting Behavior: Daytime biter, prefers feeding indoors, often around human dwellings.
- Role in Dengue Transmission: Primary vector responsible for transmitting Dengue virus to humans.

2. Aedes albopictus (Asian tiger mosquito):
- Geographical Distribution: Found in tropical, subtropical, and temperate regions worldwide.
- Biting Behavior: Daytime biter, feeds both indoors and outdoors, aggressive feeder.
- Role in Dengue Transmission: Secondary vector, can transmit Dengue virus to humans.

3. Aedes polynesiensis:
- Geographical Distribution: Found in Pacific Islands and coastal regions.
- Biting Behavior: Daytime biter, prefers feeding outdoors, often near coastal areas.
- Role in Dengue Transmission: Vector of Dengue virus in specific geographic regions.

4. Aedes scutellaris:
- Geographical Distribution: Found in Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands, and coastal regions.
- Biting Behavior: Daytime feeder, active in shaded areas, prefers outdoor environments.
- Role in Dengue Transmission: Vector of Dengue virus, particularly in coastal areas.

5. Aedes africanus:
- Geographical Distribution: Found in parts of Africa, including forested areas.
- Biting Behavior: Daytime feeder, prefers shaded areas, bites humans and other animals.
- Role in Dengue Transmission: Vector of Dengue virus in African regions.

Understanding the geographical distribution and biting behavior of these mosquito species is crucial for implementing effective control and prevention strategies to reduce Dengue virus transmission.