Review of GXD
Title: Gene
Expression Database (GXD)
URL: http://www.informatics.jax.org/mgihome/GXD/aboutGXD.shtml
Date Reviewed: May 20,2001
Description: GXD is a database for storing mouse gene expression data. The query to the database is free. It also provides links to other relevant resources placing this expression information within a larger biological and analytical context.
Strengths: It is a good
source to find EST by different kinds of querying requirements such as tissue,
chromosome location, age, and strains. It will save researchers a lot of time
to find his/her favorite EST.
Weaknesses: GXD includes a data set of
RT-PCR data reporting expression data for 517 genes, it is not comprehensive.
The interface of the query form looks complicated and not friendly for users.
Comprehensiveness: The database may
mainly focus on the gene expression data on mouse development. It is not a good
place to find gene expression information except development.
Timeliness:
Ease of Use: the interface is
not friendly for users.
Responsiveness: good
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Overall Evaluation: ***
Reviewer: Jin Li