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The free Segway software package contains a novel method for analyzing multiple tracks of functional genomics data. The method uses a dynamic Bayesian network (DBN) model, which enables it to analyze the entire genome at 1-bp resolution even in the face of heterogeneous patterns of missing data. This method is the first application of DBN techniques to genome-scale data and the first genomic segmentation method designed for use with the maximum resolution data available from ChIP-seq experiments without downsampling. Segway uses the Graphical Models Toolkit (GMTK) for efficient DBN inference. The software has extensive documentation and was designed from the outset with external users in mind.

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Boston University Medical Campus; Massachusetts; USA

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• 15 years ago - submitted by Andrea Stagg

The Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology strives to maintain excellence in the areas of research, teaching and service to the School, University, and Community. The Department offers a program of didactic course work and research training leading to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmacology, either through the Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences (IGPBS) or through the Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP). Pharmacology and Toxicology have similar basic principles and often utilize similar experimental methods and approaches to address a wide range of biomedical and health-related questions. Both are sciences that are basic not only to medicine, but also to pharmacy, nursing, dentistry, public health, and veterinary medicine. Additional programs are offered for the Bachelor of Science, or a combined Bachelor of Science / Master of Science in Pharmacology and Toxicology, and a Master of Arts in Pharmacology. The graduate programs are structured to provide the candidate with a broad training in basic areas of pharmacology as well as a degree of expertise in one research area including: Neuropharmacology, Psychopharmacology, Toxicology, Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology, Clinical Pharmacology

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Software application that uses genotyping data from SNP arrays for accurately inferring chromosomal segments of distinct continental ancestry in admixed populations, using dense genetic data. (entry from Genetic Analysis Software)

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A nonprofit medical teaching and training school in Memphis, Tennessee qualified under section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The MERI conducts state-of-the-art, hands-on educational courses for physicians, nurses and other medical professionals from across the country and around the world. At the MERI, medical professionals are introduced to the latest innovations in medicine, and have the opportunity to learn first-hand about the most up-to-date medical techniques and technologies. The MERI supports research in all specialties by providing the sponsor with the most effective environment for achieving maximal outcomes for their studies. Through our Mobile MERI unit, we are proud to provide courses and support to our sponsors off-site anywhere in the continental United States. Our dedicated course specialists offer customer service, provide safe and efficient transport of equipment and ensure a quality training and educational experience at the off-site location.

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A portal that provides a province-wide, population-based cancer control program for the residents of British Columbia and the Yukon. The BC Cancer Agency''s mandate covers the spectrum of cancer care, from prevention and screening, to diagnosis, treatment, and through to rehabilitation. The BC Cancer Agency''s mandate is driven by a three-fold mission: 1. To reduce the incidence of cancer; 2. To reduce the mortality rate of people with cancer; 3. To improve the quality of life of people living with cancer. This mission drives everything we do, including providing screening, diagnosis and care, setting treatment standards, and conducting research into causes of, and cures for, cancer. The BC Cancer Agency operates five regional cancer centers, providing assessment and diagnostic services, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and supportive care. Each of the BC Cancer Agency''s centers delivers cancer treatment based on provincial standards and guidelines established by the Agency. We work in partnership with communities to provide a network of chemotherapy clinics so patients can receive care closer to home. Research is an essential part of the BC Cancer Agency''s mission to not only find the causes of cancer, but to find better treatments for prolonged life and better quality of life. With direct links between the BC Cancer Agency''s physicians and researchers at our five centers, the Deeley Research Centre (located in Victoria) and the BC Cancer Agency''s Research Centre (located in Vancouver), we can quickly translate new discoveries into clinical applications. The BC Cancer Agency''s Research Centre includes eight specialty laboratories including the Genome Sciences Centre, and the Terry Fox Laboratory. The BC Cancer Foundation raises funds for cancer research and enhancements to care at the BC Cancer Agency.

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An open knowledge resource for the dendritic cell research community, this index of research assets and expertise is designed to support translational research by providing annotations and interrelations on materials, datasets, tools, techniques, persons and organizations. The content of DC-RESEARCH.EU can be accessed by researchers through its website and can be accessed programmatically: the information in DC-RESEARCH.EU is represented through machine processable languages, proper of the Semantic Web (RDF and RDFa). To submit to the dc-thera directory please contact: dc-research_at_leafbioscience.com

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Portal on the evolution of the Human Forebrain with schematically depicted sequential age levels of cortical evolution: Staggered Dual Parameter Grid, Growth Rings of the Neocortex, Growth Shells of Thalamus, Major Nuclei of the Thalamus, Dual Parameter - Grid, Types of Neocortical Lamination, and Rolf Hasslers Hexa-Partition of Unit Thalamic Inputs. The cytoarchitectonic subdivisions of both the thalamus and the neocortex are topographically defined in terms of the variables of phylogenetic age and input specificity. The cortical and thalamic parcellations of Brodmann, von Economo and Hassler are each quantitatively correlated to a specific Cartesian coordinate value designating discrete levels for both age and input basic parameters. The variable of phylogenetic age is represented in the cortex by the five circumferential growth rings demonstrated by Sanides, plus an additional growth ring detected intermediate to the fifth and sixth age levels and designated as prekoniocortex. The paleocortex and the archaecortex are the two primordial neocortical precursors that form the mammalian neocortex. In contrast to the arrangement in the planar cortex, six phylogenetically distinct growth shells are detected in the three-dimensional thalamus and are designated after the corresponding schematic levels of Rolf Hassler''s paradigm of hexapartition of unit-thalamic inputs. The subthalamus and the epithalamus analogously represent the primordial diencephalic precursors of the mammalian dorsal thalamus, Both the neocortex and the dorsal thalamus evolved in response to the necessity for a more comprehensive blending of inputs from differing neuraxial levels. Unlike the age variable, the parameter of input specificity is most readily apparent in the dorsal thalamus; which is the site of termination for each major forebrain input. Accordingly, the fourteen individual units of the parameter of input specificity are designated after each of the specific input classifications projecting discretely to circumscribed thalamic sectors, An identical complement of input parameter levels also occurs in the cortex by way of thalamic relay across the internal capsule. Furthermore, each thalamic nucleus of specific parameter coordinates directs its main projection to cells of the cortex displaying identical coordinate values, establishing forebrain interconnectivity as an additional function of the dual parameter paradigm.

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The Proteomics Standards Initiative (PSI) aims to define community standards for data representation in proteomics to facilitate data comparison, exchange and verification. The protein modification workgroup focuses on developing a consensus nomenclature and provide an ontology reconciling in a hierarchical representation the complementary descriptions of residue modifications. The protein modification ontology (PSI-MOD) is available in OBO format or in OBO.xml. A spreadsheet containing the mapping of the descriptive labels used in various databases and search engines, the consensus list of proposed short name for protein modifications established by collaborative effort of mass spectrometry community, and the proposed rules and recommendations for this nomenclature are available. These short names are included in the ontology as synonyms of the corresponding terms.

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Virtual database indexing brain region gene expression data from mice from: Gene Expression Nervous System Atlas (GENSAT), Allen Mouse Brain Atlas, and Mouse Genome Institute (MGI).

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Division of NCI that takes prospective cancer detection and treatment leads, facilitates their paths to clinical application, and expedites the initial and subsequent large-scale testing of new agents, biomarkers, imaging tests, and other therapeutic interventions (radiation, surgery, immunotherapy) in patients. DCTD, like all of NCI, supports many programs that could not be done without government funding - investigators supported by the division engage in scientifically sound, high-risk research that may yield great benefits for patients with cancer, but are too difficult or risky for industry or academia to pursue. This includes a particular emphasis on the development of distinct molecular signatures for cancer, refined molecular assays, and state-of-the-art imaging techniques that will guide oncologic therapy in the future. The division has eight major programs that work together to bring unique molecules, diagnostic tests, and therapeutic interventions from the laboratory bench to the patient bedside: * Cancer Diagnosis Program * Cancer Imaging Program * Cancer Therapy Evaluation Program * Developmental Therapeutics Program * Radiation Research Program * Translational Research Program * Biometrics Research Branch * Office of Cancer Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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An ISO 9001 certified designer, manufacturing and distributing orthopedic implants and instrumentation worldwide for over 50 years. Wright''s product offerings include large joint implants for the hip and knee; extremity implants for the shoulder, elbow, hand, wrist and foot; and both synthetic and tissue-based bone graft substitute materials. Since its inception, Wright has introduced a number of products that represent new standards in orthopedic technology. From new material technologies to advanced products and instrumentation, Wright is committed to finding solutions to the challenges that face today''s orthopedic professionals.

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The PRF Cell & Tissue Bank provides medical researchers with genetic and biological material from Progeria patients and their families, so that research on Progeria and other age-related diseases can be performed. We''ve been hard at work with the families and their physicians to gather these precious biological materials. As you know, Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome is an extremely rare condition. Thus while access to cell lines is essential for studying the biology and genetics of the disorder, there are very few cell lines in existence. Because an integral part of PRF''s mission is to stimulate interest in, and NIH funding opportunities for, Progeria research, there is an increased need for cell lines. The PRF Cell Bank will ensure that need is met! The goals of The PRF Cell & Tissue Bank are to promote: * Sufficient availability of cells for approved research projects * Incentive for new research projects * Study of the biochemical basis for Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome * Discoveries leading to new treatments for children with Progeria * Discovery of a cure for Progeria

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International registry of biomaterial supply resources both for transplantation and research. Contributions to this resource are welcome. The database is searchable through NIF and is updated regularly.

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The Canadian Tumour Repository Network (CTRNet) is a not-for-profit consortium of leading provincial tumor banks and programs that furthers Canadian health research. CTRNet provides interested researchers with a streamlined process to obtain quality human tissue and human tissue products from member tumor banks. The benefits of working with CTRNet.ca include: * The ability for researchers to search for quality controlled tissue samples from Canada''''s leading tumor banks in one central location and for biobanks to display and make their biospecimens available for research users. * Learning opportunities in tissue handling, research design and relevant technology training and innovations. * Invitation to CTRNet workshops and conferences. * A resource for current news links and discussion forums about cancer research and tumor banking. The vision of CTRNet is to create new opportunities for translational cancer research that will improve cancer outcomes in Canada and beyond. Through the creation and maintenance of an online pan-Canadian network, researchers will gain unprecedented access to a new and comprehensive source of tissue and clinical data. The network is a sustainable resource and operates according to the highest scientific and ethical standards for research to benefit all Canadians. Currently CTRNet has the following member banks: * CBCF Tumor Bank Alberta * Manitoba Tumour Bank * Ontario Tumour Bank * British Columbia Cancer Agency Tumour Tissue Repository (BCCA-TTR) * Le r��seau de recherche en cancer du FRSQ * NCIC Clinical Trials Group

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From the type of mutation causing cancer to specific gene expression levels, genetic biomarkers are becoming an indispensable tool for developing new treatment models for cancer. The ITOR Biorepository Services tissue bank initiatives are critical to the continued development of an organized research infrastructure that will attract leading biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies interested in developing the next generation of cancer therapies. Ultimately, by linking the laboratory and clinical settings through innovative research investigations, USC, Greenville Hospital System University Medical Center, and private partners can identify the most novel ways to find and couple these biomarkers to patient drug trials and eventually, the most effective treatments & cures for cancer. The ITOR Biorepository Services Department ����?����������?? in conjunction with the Greenville Hospital System''s surgical oncologists, pathologists and staff ����?����������?? have developed tissue bank sample processing guidelines for frozen tissue, fresh tissue and peripheral blood and include flash freezing in liquid nitrogen within 15 minutes of harvest to maximize cell viability for basic science research. The department has a dedicated staff, including two research nurses and a data coordinator, which facilitate the logistics of tissue handling and submit outcomes data on participating patients. The ITOR Biorepository staff is in the process of adopting a universal consent for all patients of the Greenville Hospital System to have the option of donating excess tissue for research, should they desire. ITOR of GHS has several tissue-based patient initiatives & programs under development and ongoing. At the forefront of cancer care are two specific programs, Total Cancer Care and Caris Target Now.

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RatMine integrates data from RGD, UniProtKB, NCBI, KEGG and other sources to form a web-based data warehouse and tool set tailored for rat based data research. Search RatMine by entering names, identifiers, or keywords for genes, proteins, pathways, papers, etc. Additionally, we support programmatic access to our data through Application Programming Interface - choose from Perl or Java API. RatMine is a data warehouse that integrates many diverse biological data sets. The main focus is R. norvegicus genomics and proteomics. By integrating such data into one place it is possible to construct queries across domains of biological knowledge. The RatMine user interface is designed to go beyond simply looking up an identifier and viewing a report page. Some of the features include: * Quick Search is available just like on other sites, type in an identifier to see a report page. * Template queries are ''canned'' queries that provide a simple form to perform a specific task. You can create your own templates if you log in. * Lists lets you operate on whole lists of data at once. You can upload lists or save them from results tables. We also create useful public lists for everyone to use. * MyMine lets you create an account to save your own queries, bags and templates, as well as marking public templates as favorites.

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Initiative to develop a systematic, evidence-based process for evaluating genetic tests and other applications of genomic technology that are rapidly moving from research to use in clinical practice. A key objective of this process is to provide objective, timely, and credible information that is clearly linked to the scientific evidence on specific applications of genetic and genomic tests. The primary focus of EGAPP activities is an independent, nonfederal expert panel, the EGAPP Working Group. Other components of the EGAPP initiative include a federal interagency, the CDC staff and consultants, and an EGAPP initiative evaluation team.

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SeqMap is a generalized tool to characterize insertion sites that have been predicted from LM/LAM PCR methods. It will automatically identify genome insertion sites and nearby genes characterizing their function. This is an important tool as insertion site analysis is required for gene therapy clinical trials that are using retroviral and lentiviral vectors.

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A web server for the functional interpretation of differential expression analysis. It can: * Calculate overrepresentation statistics using KEGG, Interpro, Gene Ontology Molecular Function, Gene Ontology Biological Process, Gene Ontology Cellular Component and GoSlim classifications; * Analyze down-regulated and up-regulated DE genes separately or together as a single set; * Provide interactive graphs and tables that can be modified on the fly according to user defined parameters; the user can set a fold change filter and interactively see the effects on the gene set under examination; * Output publication-ready plot of the graph; * Compare the results of several experiments in any combination.

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• 13 years ago - by Anonymous