USDA Stakeholder Workshop on Animal Bioinformatics: summary and recommendations
2003

Summary of USDA Stakeholder Workshop on Animal Bioinformatics

Sample size: 40 publication 10 minutes Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Debora L. Hamernik, David L. Adelson

Primary Institution: USDA-CSREES

Conclusion

The workshop identified key priorities for animal genome database development and recommended ways for the USDA to lead in this area.

Supporting Evidence

  • The workshop facilitated input from a diverse group of scientists.
  • Priorities included the need for a stable data repository and tools for genome analysis.
  • Recommendations were made for the USDA to provide leadership in animal genome database development.

Takeaway

Scientists got together online to talk about how to improve databases for animal genetics, so we can better understand and use this information.

Methodology

An electronic workshop was conducted using e-mail listservers to gather input from panelists and stakeholders.

Potential Biases

Potential bias from the selection of panelists and stakeholders who may have specific interests.

Limitations

The workshop relied on voluntary participation and may not represent all perspectives in the field.

Participant Demographics

Panelists included scientists from academia, industry, and government in the USA, Australia, and the UK.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1002/cfg.266

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