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UCSC Genome Browser
The UCSC Genome Browser is a web-based tool that provides access to genome sequence data integrated with a large collection of aligned annotations. It serves as a platform for researchers to visualize and analyze the genomes of various organisms, facilitating the exploration of genetic information, gene expression, and comparative genomics.
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Website Key Features
Genome Browser
A graphical interface for viewing and analyzing genome sequences and annotations.
Custom Tracks
Allows users to upload and view their own data alongside the genome annotations.
Table Browser
Provides access to the database tables underlying the Genome Browser, enabling complex queries and data downloads.
BLAT Search
A fast sequence alignment tool for mapping sequences to the genome.
Gene Sorter
Displays groups of genes that are related by expression, homology, or other user-selected criteria.
VisiGene
A tool for viewing in situ hybridization images in the context of the genome.
Genome Graphs
Allows visualization of genome-wide data sets, such as SNP arrays or ChIP-chip data.
Comparative Genomics
Provides tools for comparing genomes of different species to identify conserved elements and evolutionary changes.
Data Hubs
Enables users to share their data with the community by hosting it on the UCSC servers.
Public MySQL Server
Offers direct access to the Genome Browser's MySQL database for advanced data analysis.
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Additional information
Developer
University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC)
License
Free for academic, nonprofit, and personal use. Commercial use requires a license.
Update Frequency
Regular updates with new genomes and annotations as they become available.
Community Contributions
Accepts data submissions from researchers to enrich the database and annotations.
Educational Resources
Provides tutorials, FAQs, and documentation to help users navigate and utilize the browser effectively.
API Access
Offers API for programmatic access to the Genome Browser's data and tools.
HTTP headers
Security headers report is a very important part of user data protection. Learn more about http headers for genome.ucsc.edu