Pangolin

Phylogenetic Assignment Tool for SARS-CoV-2 Lineages

Introduction to Pangolin

Pangolin (Phylogenetic Assignment of Named Global Outbreak LINeages) is an open-source bioinformatics tool specifically developed for classifying SARS-CoV-2 virus samples into specific lineages. It plays a crucial role in understanding the evolution and transmission patterns of COVID-19.

Key Features of Pangolin

• Lineage Assignment: Accurately assigns genomic sequences of SARS-CoV-2 to known lineages.
• Evolutionary Analysis: Provides insights into the evolutionary dynamics of the virus.
• Global Pandemic Tracking: Assists in tracking the spread and mutation patterns of COVID-19.

Applications and Services

Pangolin is essential for:

• Epidemiological Research: In tracking and studying the spread of COVID-19 variants.
• Public Health Decision Making: Assisting health authorities in informed decision-making.

Tags for Pangolin

1. Viral Genomic Classification
2. SARS-CoV-2 Lineage Analysis
3. Epidemiological Tracking
4. COVID-19 Research
5. Phylogenetic Analysis

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