descseq

descseq alters sequence descriptions to support accurate sequence annotation in molecular biology workflows.


Key Features:

  • Integration with EMBOSS C libraries: descseq leverages the EMBOSS C programming libraries to provide core sequence-processing functionality.
  • Sequence description alteration: descseq performs targeted modifications of sequence description lines for annotation purposes.
  • Customization via ACD files: descseq supports customization and creation of application interfaces through Application Configuration Description (ACD) files.
  • Database configuration: descseq supports database configuration capabilities within the EMBOSS environment.
  • Extensibility for tool development: descseq enables development and adaptation of new bioinformatics functionality using EMBOSS libraries.

Scientific Applications:

  • Sequence annotation: altering sequence descriptions to ensure accurate annotation in molecular biology workflows.
  • Genomic research: use in genomic workflows that require precise manipulation of sequence description information.
  • Proteomics: application in proteomics workflows where correct sequence description and annotation are required.

Methodology:

descseq operates by leveraging EMBOSS C libraries, supports customization through ACD files, and integrates with EMBOSS database configuration mechanisms.

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Details

License:
GPL-3.0
Maturity:
Mature
Cost:
Free of charge
Tool Type:
command-line tool
Operating Systems:
Linux, Windows, Mac
Programming Languages:
C
Added:
11/8/2015
Last Updated:
12/10/2018

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Publications

Rice P, Longden I, Bleasby A. EMBOSS: The European Molecular Biology Open Software Suite. Trends in Genetics. 2000;16(6):276-277. doi:10.1016/s0168-9525(00)02024-2.

Bleasby AJ, Ison JC, Rice PM. EMBOSS Administrator's Guide. Unknown Journal. 2011. doi:10.1017/cbo9781139151399.

Ison JC, Rice PM, Bleasby AJ. EMBOSS Developer's Guide. Unknown Journal. 2011. doi:10.1017/cbo9781139151405.

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