subMG

subMG automates the submission of metagenomics datasets to the European Nucleotide Archive (ENA) by simplifying the data submission process and creating submission files.

Key Features:

• Unified Input: Researchers input files and metadata from their studies in a single form.
• Automated Downstream Processing: The tool automates downstream tasks that otherwise require extensive manual effort and expertise.
• Multiple Operation Modes: The tool can be operated via the command-line or a graphical user interface (GUI).
• Example Data: The tool includes example data tailored for different use cases.

Scientific Applications:

• Metagenomics Data Submission: Streamlines submission of metagenomics study results including sample information, sequencing reads, assemblies, binned contigs, and metagenome-assembled genomes (MAGs) to ENA.
• Genome-Resolved Metagenomics: Simplifies submission of genome-resolved metagenomics study datasets to encourage broader and more consistent data sharing.
• FAIR Data Availability: Increases availability of well-documented and FAIR data to benefit future research, particularly in meta-analyses and comparative studies.

Methodology:

Researchers input files and metadata in a single form, and subMG automates downstream tasks to create submission files for ENA.