Integrating GPCR-specific information with full text articles
Author Information
Author(s): Vroling Bas, Thorne David, McDermott Philip, Attwood Teresa K, Vriend Gert, Pettifer Steve
Primary Institution: CMBI, NCMLS, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre
Hypothesis
How can GPCR researchers better access and utilize biological data from literature?
Conclusion
The integration of GPCR data with literature allows researchers to extract knowledge more quickly and reinterpret older data effectively.
Supporting Evidence
- The tool allows for automatic retrieval of GPCR-related data from literature.
- It helps reinterpret older studies in light of new GPCR structural data.
- The integration of data enhances the accessibility of biological information.
Takeaway
This study created a tool that helps scientists find important information about GPCRs while reading research papers, making it easier to understand old studies.
Methodology
The study developed a PDF reader that integrates GPCRDB data with scientific articles, allowing for on-the-fly annotations.
Limitations
The system may not cover all mutations or residues and relies on the accuracy of the underlying databases.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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