MetaR

MetaR provides a language-workbench-based framework that defines domain-specific languages and generates R code to package and distribute analytical methods for biological data analysis.

Key Features:

• Language Workbench Technology (LWT): Leverages language workbench technology to support development of domain-specific languages for bioinformatics analyses.
• Domain-Specific Languages: Enables creation of tailored languages that encapsulate state-of-the-art analytical methods for specific biological tasks.
• R Integration: Generates R code compatible with the R ecosystem to interoperate with existing R libraries and workflows.
• Method Packaging and Distribution: Allows method developers to package advanced analysis techniques into MetaR language constructs for distribution.

Scientific Applications:

• Genomics: Applied to analysis of large-scale genomic datasets requiring specialized analytical methods.
• Proteomics: Applied to processing and analysis of proteomic data and associated quantitative workflows.
• Systems Biology: Applied to systems-level data integration and modeling where composite analytical constructs are required.

Methodology:

Implements language workbench technology to define domain-specific languages that generate R code for packaging and distribution of analytical methods.