Zebrafish Database: Customizable, Free, and Open-Source Solution for Facility Management

Zebrafish. 2015 Dec;12(6):462-9. doi: 10.1089/zeb.2015.1122. Epub 2015 Sep 30.

Abstract

Zebrafish Database is a web-based customizable database solution, which can be easily adapted to serve both single laboratories and facilities housing thousands of zebrafish lines. The database allows the users to keep track of details regarding the various genomic features, zebrafish lines, zebrafish batches, and their respective locations. Advanced search and reporting options are available. Unique features are the ability to upload files and images that are associated with the respective records and an integrated calendar component that supports multiple calendars and categories. Built on the basis of the Joomla content management system, the Zebrafish Database is easily extendable without the need for advanced programming skills.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Databases, Genetic*
  • Genomics
  • Information Management
  • Internet
  • User-Computer Interface
  • Zebrafish / genetics*