InTransBo

InTransBo provides an integrative transcript sequence library for genome-free systematic exploration of Bougainvillea species.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Transcriptome Library: InTransBo compiles 97,623 distinct transcripts derived from integrating 20 Illumina-sequencing RNA transcriptomes.
• Transcript Classification: The library contains 47,006 protein-coding transcripts, 31,109 long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs), and 19,508 unannotated transcripts.
• Alternative Genomic Reference: The transcript library functions as an alternative genomic reference that enables transcriptome assembly with superior performance compared to de novo methods for Bougainvillea species lacking complete genomes.

Scientific Applications:

• Horticultural Development: Elucidating transcriptional profiles to inform regulation of flowering periods and enhancement of coloration traits in Bougainvillea.
• Natural Product Research: Supporting investigation of biosynthesis and expression patterns related to natural dyes, pigments, and traditional medicinal compounds in Bougainvillea.
• Cross-species Transcriptomics: Applying the integrative transcriptome approach to other plant species lacking complete genomic information to facilitate systematic transcriptomic exploration.

Methodology:

Integration of 20 Illumina-sequencing RNA transcriptomes to compile 97,623 distinct transcripts used as an alternative genomic reference for transcriptome assembly.