TAIR

The Arabidopsis Information Resource (TAIR) is an online, publicly accessible database that provides centralized, curated information on the genetics and molecular biology of Arabidopsis thaliana, a widely used model organism in plant biology. TAIR aggregates gene and genome annotations, functional descriptions, and links to primary literature, enabling researchers to retrieve and interpret gene-level data.

Data content includes gene models, genomic sequences, transcript and protein products, curated functional descriptions, Gene Ontology (GO) annotations, mutant phenotypes, expression patterns, and pathway associations. Each gene locus has a dedicated entry with cross-references to external resources, mutation data, and relevant publications.

In addition to data curation, TAIR offers search tools and analytical resources. Users can search by locus name, gene symbol, or keywords, browse chromosomal maps, view full gene pages, and download datasets. Online tools may include a genome browser, sequence search (BLAST), and bulk download via FTP or data portals.

Curation and governance: TAIR is maintained by a team of curators and researchers who curate data from the scientific literature and community contributions. The resource emphasizes data accuracy, regular updates, and interoperability with related databases and standards in plant genomics.

Impact and use: TAIR serves as a primary reference for Arabidopsis genetics and genomics, supporting experimental design, data interpretation, and comparative genomics across plant species. It is used by researchers worldwide, educators, and students as a resource for gene-specific information and literature.