Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has launched the Comparative Genomics Resource (CGR) to optimize the use of eukaryotic research organisms and their genomic data. This platform integrates a suite of interconnected tools and data designed to support comparative genomics across multiple species.
CGR offers researchers access to sequences and metadata for genomes, genes, proteins, and transcripts from various eukaryotic organisms. The resource includes data browsing and download options, analysis tools for exploring biological sequences, and data quality tools to enhance genome assemblies before submission.
Community collaboration is vital to the success of CGR. The NIH encourages researchers to provide feedback, contribute data or tools, and join user sessions. This collaborative approach aims to improve the resource's capabilities and expand its impact on eukaryotic genomics research.