Apollo 3: New Multi-Species Genome Annotation Tool Released
Researchers have developed Apollo 3, a manual genome annotation tool that integrates with the JBrowse 2 genome browser and enables simultaneous editing of multiple genomes. The tool builds on earlier annotation software like Apollo, Artemis, and Otter but uses updated architecture for improved scalability. Apollo 3 supports both standalone and collaborative server-based use, with features including synteny visualization to aid annotation accuracy.
Apollo 3 is a new software tool designed for manual curation and annotation of genomic sequences across multiple species. The tool integrates with JBrowse 2, a widely-used genome browser, and represents an evolution of earlier annotation platforms including the original Apollo, Artemis, and Otter software. Its modernized architecture and technology stack enable greater scalability compared to predecessors. A key feature is the ability to simultaneously edit multiple genomes while visualizing synteny—the conservation of gene order across species—which helps annotators make more informed decisions. The tool can be deployed either as a standalone application for individual researchers or installed on servers to enable collaborative annotation work by teams.
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Apollo 3: Multi-Species Genome Curation
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