The Workbench
Manage, analyze, and publish your DNA barcode data with BOLD’s secure and powerful Workbench.
Your centralized hub for DNA Barcoding research.
Your Centralized Hub for DNA Barcoding Research
The BOLD Systems Workbench provides a comprehensive and secure environment designed to support researchers in the management, analysis, and publication of DNA barcode data. As a core feature of the BOLD platform, the workbench is integral to organizing DNA sequences, specimens, and associated metadata. It facilitates data assembly, validation, and analysis, all within a single, user-friendly interface.
Advanced Data Curation:
Use the integrated curation tools to manage data quality, annotate records, and resolve discrepancies within your datasets.
Comprehensive Analysis Tools:
Dive into your data with powerful analysis features such as genetic divergence reports, sequence clustering, and geographic mapping.
Collaborative Environment:
Share projects and datasets securely with team members and collaborators. Manage access levels to ensure data privacy and integrity during joint research efforts.
Publication-Ready Outputs:
Once your dataset is complete, you can export your data in various formats, ready for integration into publications or further external analysis.
Registering for a User Account
Getting an account on BOLD enhances a user's experience by providing access to a broader set of features beyond public data and the BOLD Identification Engine. Registered users can submit their own data, collaborate on private projects, and contribute to the ongoing curation of the identification library, all while utilizing powerful analytical tools for validation and reporting.
Key Benefits:
- Data Submission & Collaboration: Submit data to BOLD and collaborate on private projects with access permissions from data owners.
- Annotation & Curation: Annotate published data and assist in curating and cleaning the identification library.
- Analytical Tools: Use advanced tools to validate data and generate reports for publication purposes.
Join the BOLD Community
Getting an account on BOLD extends the benefits available to a user of the system beyond access to public data and use of the BOLD Identification Engine.