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Arabidopsis Database: A Gateway to Ionomic Research


The Arabidopsis Database is a cornerstone resource for exploring the ionome—the elemental composition of organisms and how it is influenced by genetic and environmental factors. Arabidopsis thaliana, a model organism widely used in plant science, serves as the foundation for advancing our understanding of nutrient uptake, transport, and storage.

Key Features of the Arabidopsis Database

  1. Comprehensive Data Repository
    The Arabidopsis Database contains curated datasets from thousands of experiments, enabling researchers to analyze elemental profiles and their genetic determinants.

    • ICP-MS Runs: Over 2,000 completed analyses

    • Samples: Hundreds of thousands of Arabidopsis shoot and root samples

    • Genes and Lines: Thousands of unique lines and genes analyzed

    https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Exploring-Arabidopsis-Gene-Expression-Data-with-the-eFP-Browser-Winter-et-al-2007_fig2_24376308

  2. Genetic Insights
    The database supports investigations into how genetic variation impacts ionomic traits. By leveraging these datasets, researchers can identify candidate genes responsible for nutrient regulation and discover novel pathways.

  3. Environmental Context
    The database incorporates environmental data to provide a holistic view of how conditions like soil composition and climate influence the ionome.

Applications of the Arabidopsis Database

  • Gene Discovery: Identify key genes involved in elemental transport and homeostasis.

  • Trait Analysis: Correlate ionomic data with physiological and phenotypic traits.

  • Agricultural Innovation: Translate findings to improve crop nutrition and stress tolerance.

How to Access the Database

Researchers can access the Arabidopsis Database via an intuitive online interface.

  • Navigate datasets using filters for specific genes, elements, or experimental conditions.

  • Visualize data trends and patterns with integrated analytical tools.

  • Download datasets for advanced statistical and bioinformatic analyses.

Why Arabidopsis?

Arabidopsis thaliana is an ideal model for ionomic studies due to its:

  • Small genome and well-annotated genes

  • Ease of cultivation and transformation

  • Relevance to crops and other plant species

https://www.researchgate.net/figure/mage-of-Arabidopsis-showing-characteristics-that-help-make-it-a-useful-model-organism_fig2_267567885

Empowering Plant Science

The Arabidopsis Database is an indispensable resource for the global research community. By facilitating access to large-scale ionomic data, it enables transformative discoveries that benefit agriculture, human health, and environmental sustainability.

Explore the Arabidopsis Database today and uncover the elemental secrets of this model organism.


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