Used for
- Environmental impact studiesResearch on plastic biodegradationGenome annotation and comparisonMicroorganism and protein data analysisBiotechnological applications
Features
- Research collaborationMicroorganism databaseProtein databaseGenome annotationGene annotationData download optionsBimonthly updatesScientific literature integrationContains 753 species of microorganisms known for plastic degradation.Includes 219 proteins linked to plastic biodegradation.Updated bimonthly with new findings from the scientific community.Allows annotation of single proteins to check for matches in the database.Supports genome or metagenome annotation and comparison.Enables downloading of microorganism and protein data in spreadsheet or fasta format.Facilitates collaborative contributions from researchers and developers.Hosts studies on global ocean microbiome plastic degradation.Offers insights on enzyme expression and its correlation with plastic pollution.Provides a user-friendly interface for easy navigation and data retrieval.
What is PlasticDB?
PlasticDB is a database of microorganisms and proteins associated with plastic biodegradation.How often is PlasticDB updated?
PlasticDB is updated bimonthly with the latest reports and publications.What types of data can I download from PlasticDB?
You can download spreadsheets with microorganism data and fasta files with protein sequences.Can I contribute to PlasticDB?
Yes, researchers and developers are invited to contribute new data and features to PlasticDB.Does PlasticDB offer tools for genome annotation?
Yes, PlasticDB provides tools for annotating single proteins, genomes, and metagenomes.How many microorganisms are catalogued in PlasticDB?
PlasticDB includes 753 species of microorganisms reported for plastic degradation.How many proteins associated with plastic degradation are in PlasticDB?
There are 219 proteins linked to plastic biodegradation in PlasticDB.What is the purpose of PlasticDB?
PlasticDB aims to support research on plastic biodegradation by providing comprehensive data on relevant microorganisms and proteins.Is PlasticDB free to use?
No, PlasticDB is not a free service.What professions can benefit from using PlasticDB?
Environmental scientists, microbiologists, biotechnologists, marine biologists, and research scholars can benefit from PlasticDB.