IMGT/GeneInfo: A Database for T Cell Receptor Genes
Author Information
Author(s): Baum Thierry-Pascal, Hierle Vivien, Pasqual Nicolas, Bellahcene Fatena, Chaume Denys, Lefranc Marie-Paule, Jouvin-Marche Evelyne, Marche Patrice Noël, Demongeot Jacques
Primary Institution: Laboratoire TIMC-IMAG-CNRS UMR 5525, Université Joseph Fourier, Grenoble
Hypothesis
The study aims to enhance the accessibility and usability of information regarding T cell receptor V(D)J recombinations.
Conclusion
IMGT/GeneInfo allows all TR information sequences to be in the same spot, and are now available within two computer-mouse clicks.
Supporting Evidence
- IMGT/GeneInfo provides more than 59,000 rearrangement combinations with a full gene description.
- The system allows users to access TR gene information quickly and efficiently.
- Quality control procedures were implemented to ensure data accuracy.
Takeaway
This study created a website that makes it super easy for scientists to find information about T cell genes with just two clicks.
Methodology
The database was constructed using data from publicly available databases, with a quality control procedure to ensure accuracy.
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