The Application of XML Technology in Genetic Resource Database

Abstract

Here at the Center for Genetic Resource Information in the National Institute of Genetics, we have constructed genetic resource databases of approximately 20 species of organisms from animals, plants to microorganisms. Lately, instead of databases designed specifically for one particular organism, there is a demand for integrated databases where data can be utilized regardless of species. Thus, we started to develop an integrated database of genetic resources (BioResource World) which is now released as a test version. This paper explains how XML Technology was applied to handle integrated data in the biotechnology field which is characteristically diversified and the effects of its application.