Cotton Microsatellite Database: A Resource for Cotton Genomics
Author Information
Author(s): Blenda Anna, Scheffler Jodi, Scheffler Brian, Palmer Michael, Lacape Jean-Marc, Yu John Z, Jesudurai Christopher, Jung Sook, Muthukumar Sriram, Yellambalase Preetham, Ficklin Stephen, Staton Margaret, Eshelman Robert, Ulloa Mauricio, Saha Sukumar, Burr Ben, Liu Shaolin, Zhang Tianzhen, Fang Deqiu, Pepper Alan, Kumpatla Siva, Jacobs John, Tomkins Jeff, Cantrell Roy, Main Dorrie
Primary Institution: Clemson University
Conclusion
The Cotton Microsatellite Database provides centralized access to cotton microsatellite markers, enhancing research in molecular breeding and genetic mapping.
Supporting Evidence
- The CMD contains data for 5,484 microsatellites from nine major cotton microsatellite projects.
- It provides tools for rapid data retrieval and analysis of cotton microsatellite markers.
- The database is curated to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data.
Takeaway
The Cotton Microsatellite Database is like a big library for cotton scientists, helping them find important genetic information to grow better cotton plants.
Methodology
The database integrates data from various cotton microsatellite projects and provides online tools for data mining and analysis.
Participant Demographics
The standardized panel consists of 12 diverse cotton genotypes, including genetic standards and unique breeding lines.
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