VAPEX: an interactive web server for the deep exploration of natural virus and phage genomes.

ABSTRACT:

Motivation

Studying the genetic makeup of viruses and phages through genome analysis is crucial for comprehending their function in causing diseases, progressing medicine, tracing their evolutionary history, monitoring the environment, and creating innovative biotechnologies. However, accessing the necessary data can be challenging due to a lack of dedicated comparative genomic tools and viral and phage databases, which are often outdated. Moreover, many wet bench experimentalists may not have the computational proficiency required to manipulate large amounts of genomic data.

Results

We have developed VAPEX (Virus And Phage EXplorer), a web server which is supported by a database and features a user-friendly web interface. This tool enables users to easily perform various ge

SUBMITTER: Hepp B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10471898 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature