finmapping
Finmapping is a technique used in computational biology and bioinformatics to identify and analyze regions of a genome that are functionally important for a specific trait or phenotype. The term "finmapping" is a portmanteau of "fine mapping" and "genomics," indicating a high-resolution approach to pinpointing genetic variations that influence observable characteristics. This process typically involves analyzing genetic data from a population exhibiting a range of the trait of interest. Researchers compare the genetic makeup of individuals with different trait values to identify specific genomic regions that are statistically associated with those variations.
The goal of finmapping is to narrow down the search for causal genetic variants from broad chromosomal