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Bioinformatics Databases: Implications in Human Health

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The emergence of bioinformatics has enriched the different dimensions of biological research. A sizable quantum of complex biological data can now be encapsulated into a more palatable form particularly in the context of human health. We provide a critical overview on such bioinformatic databases and softwares that enable a deeper insight into the human genome and proteome.

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Dr. Leena Rawal

Dr. Leena Rawal is currently working as a scientist at the Department of Cytogenetics, Dr Lal PathLabs Limited, New Delhi. She holds a doctoral degree in molecular genetics from the National Institute of Immunology, New Delhi, and has significant years of experience in the field. Her expertise lies in the area of human and animal genetics, proteomics, gene regulation, cytogenetics, and bioinformatics. Earlier, she has headed the Molecular Diagnostics and Research Division of a renowned pharmacogenomics-based organization that provides state-of-the-art in vitro personalized diagnostic services to medical healthcare and allied communities.

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  2. Molecular Genetics Division, National Institute of Immunology, Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, New Delhi, 110067, India

    Leena Rawal, Deepak Panwar & Sher Ali

  3. Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Basic Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, 110025, India

    Sher Ali

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Rawal, L., Panwar, D., Ali, S. (2017). Bioinformatics Databases: Implications in Human Health. In: Rawal, L., Ali, S. (eds) Genome Analysis and Human Health. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-10-4298-0_6

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