Databases in MAP Format

Bridging the gap between diverse biological databases and the MAP format.

The MAP format is designed to enhance protein data representation by incorporating rich annotations. To facilitate the adoption of MAP and enable its use across various research areas, we are converting data from several important biological databases into the MAP format. This section details the databases we have processed.

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Existing MAP Comaptible Databases

We are converting data from the following databases into the MAP format:

Important Biological Databases in MAP format

The MAP format enhances the traditional FASTA format by embedding both residue-level and protein-level annotations directly within protein sequences. This allows for the incorporation of vital information such as post-translational modifications, non-natural residues, and mutation data. By representing such complex details within the sequence, MAP format enables more comprehensive and informative biological data storage, retrieval, and analysis while maintaining compatibility with existing FASTA tools. These enriched protein sequences are crucial for a more accurate understanding of protein functions and interactions in various biological contexts.