EMBLBank

EMBLBank is a comprehensive resource for biological sequence data, maintained by the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI). It serves as a central repository for a vast collection of DNA, RNA, and protein sequences, along with associated metadata. The primary goal of EMBLBank is to make this data freely and publicly accessible to researchers worldwide, facilitating biological research and discovery.

The data within EMBLBank is derived from a multitude of sources, including direct submissions from research laboratories, as well as data integrated from other major sequencing projects and databases. This ensures a broad and diverse representation of genetic and protein information across various organisms and biological contexts. EMBLBank employs rigorous quality control measures to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the deposited sequences.

Access to EMBLBank is provided through a user-friendly web interface and programmatic access methods, allowing researchers to search, retrieve, and analyze the data efficiently. The data is organized and annotated to provide context and enable detailed study. EMBLBank plays a crucial role in supporting genomic and proteomic research, drug discovery, and the understanding of fundamental biological processes. It is a cornerstone of the global bioinformatics infrastructure.