FAIRsharing record for: Database of Essential Genes

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Authors: FAIRsharing Team
DOI: 10.25504/fairsharing.71b5d3
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Abstract

This FAIRsharing record describes: The DEG (Database of Essential Genes) is a curated database that collects and documents genes and genomic elements deemed indispensable for an organism’s survival. It spans prokaryotes, archaea, and eukaryotes, and includes not only protein-coding essential genes but also non-coding RNAs, promoters, replication origins and other regulatory sequences.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Genomics and Phylogenetic Studies Bacterial Genetics and Biotechnology Microbial Metabolic Engineering and Bioproduction

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Journal / source
FAIRsharing.org
Publication date
6 February 2026
Document type
Dataset