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    DNASTAR Lasergene 7.2

    Category  Cross-Omics>Sequence Analysis/Tools

    Abstract  Lasergene is comprehensive software for DNA & Protein
    sequence analysis, contig assembly and sequence project
    management. Lasergene is an integrated suite of seven (7) modules
    that can be purchased in any combination.

    The modules are: 1) SeqBuilder - sequence editing, visualization and
    automated virtual cloning; 2) SeqMan Pro - sequence assembly,
    primer walking and SNP discovery; 3) MegAlign - multiple sequence
    alignment; 4) PrimerSelect - oligo design; 5) Protean - protein structure
    prediction; 6) GeneQuest - gene discovery; 7) EditSeq - utility for
    importing unusual file types.

    Note: The Data Manager enables data integration between the
    Lasergene modules so that edits, additions and deletions made to a
    sequence in one module will synchronize and automatically update
    when opened in most other modules.

    1) SeqBuilder - enables you to edit nucleic acid and amino acid
    sequences and view the sequences and related items in multiple
    ways. SeqBuilder's window can be split into multiple panes so that
    more than one view can be displayed at any time. The possible views
    include a residue-specific view, a linear map, a circular map, a
    compact map of restriction cut sites (mini map), as well as a list of
    features, a summary of all restriction cut sites, and any comments.
    Each view lists a number of items that can be individually turned on or
    off including features, restriction sites, translations in all six reading
    frames, open reading frames (ORFs), and rulers. Many of these items
    can also be positioned and modified to emphasize certain
    characteristics. Dynamic links between the sequence and its
    annotations automatically update feature coordinates when you edit a
    sequence. Available functionality also includes the ability to reverse
    complement, translate, back-translate sequences, identify ORFs and
    perform Basic Local Alignment Search Tool (BLAST) and Entrez (a
    Global Query Cross-Database Search System) text searches directly to
    National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) or your personal
    DNASTAR StarBlast Server (sold separately).

    SeqBuilder's editing capabilities are also integrated into many other
    Lasergene modules. Edits made in SeqBuilder will be shared
    automatically with other Lasergene applications that are analyzing the
    same data, making SeqBuilder an integral member of the powerful
    Lasergene suite.

    2) SeqMan Pro - enables you to assemble fragment data from
    sequencing projects of any size - from a few fragments to hundreds of
    thousands of fragments - at the push of a button. It also removes
    unreliable data, including poor quality ends, sub-minimal length reads,
    and vector and contamination host sequences in a single pass, then
    assembles the trimmed data and calls the consensus.

    SeqMan provides two different assembly methods: the Classic
    assembler, and the Pro assembler. The Classic assembler should be
    used when: 1) your data does Not contain repeated sequences; 2) you
    do Not use vector trimming; or 3) you want to reproduce an assembly
    made from a previous version of SeqMan. In general, the Pro
    assembler should be used when your data is: 1) large; 2) contains
    repeated sequences; 3) has noisy ends; or 4) is being used for SNP
    analysis. The addition of the new SeqMan Pro assembly algorithm
    provides Lasergene with the tool necessary to assemble bacterial size
    genomes using 454 Life Sciences' pyrosequencing technology.

    SeqMan uses DNASTAR's unique trace quality evaluation method to
    call the most accurate consensus sequence possible. A Maximum
    Expected Coverage (MEC) feature allows users to select the depth of
    coverage for an assembly and to visually identify areas where the
    coverage exceeds the selected level. SeqMan also uses dual-end
    sequence data when available to group and order contigs, allowing
    you to fill gaps quickly with minimal additional sequencing efforts.

    3) MegAlign - offers you a choice of four (4) pairwise and four (4)
    multiple sequence alignment methods for aligning nucleic acid or
    polypeptide sequences. Enter your own sequences or load public data
    directly from NCBI. If you want to find more related sequences for
    alignment, simply run a BLAST query or utilize the Entrez text query
    interface, then drop in the sequences you want from the list of
    matches. Easily customize views of alignments to highlight the
    similarities or differences of the sequences. Differences in chemical,
    structural or functional characteristics between sequences can also be
    displayed as well as your own groupings or consensus. You may
    create a subalignment from the current alignment by simply selecting
    a sub-region. MegAlign also enables you to construct phylogenetic
    trees, generate detailed numerical reports or export data of sequence
    comparisons. Whether you want to compare gene families or
    sequence pairs, MegAlign provides you with flexible tools for
    customizing output for presentation and publication.

    4) PrimerSelect - its comprehensive set of tools enables you to design
    and analyze primers for Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR),
    sequencing, probe hybridization and transcription. Enter your own
    primers or let PrimerSelect generate a sorted list of suggested
    primers for all or part of your DNA, RNA or back-translated protein
    template. You can accept PrimerSelect's top choice, evaluated on the
    thermodynamic properties for annealing reactions, or view all of the
    options and choose alternatives based on your specialized
    knowledge. PrimerSelect includes the WorkBench where you preview
    the effects your choices will have on reading frames and restriction
    sites. PrimerSelect further assists you by highlighting potential pitfalls
    in both standard and multiplex PCR experiments via illustrations,
    graphs and statistical reports. PrimerSelect also lets you perform
    BLAST or Entrez text searches and load sequences directly from
    NCBI's databases.

    5) Protean - helps you predict and display patterns, secondary
    structural characteristics and physicochemical properties of protein
    sequences via its comprehensive suite of protein analysis tools.
    Protean's simple, advanced graphical user interface can also help you
    locate antigenic determinants and predict protease digestion patterns.
    When you find interesting structures, you can utilize the integrated
    BLAST Tool to search NCBI's databases for related sequences using
    all or part of your polypeptide as the query. Protean also provides you
    with the tools to annotate and export your findings as reports, pictures
    or tables.

    6) GeneQuest - helps you locate genes, regulatory elements, patterns
    and structure in your primary DNA sequence. GeneQuest's
    comprehensive set of analytical methods can be applied and
    manipulated for projects of any size - small, BAC-sized (a long
    genomic query sequence) or even larger. You can easily compare
    sequences with existing genome and Expressed Sequence Tag (EST)
    data using the integrated BLAST feature, and find out more about
    related sequences using the integrated Entrez search tool. GeneQuest
    also provides annotation and visualization tools so you can document
    your discoveries for your own use or for publication or submission to
    public databases.

    7) EditSeq - is provided with every Lasergene system to enable you to
    work on nucleic acid and protein sequences of all sizes from a variety
    of formats including GenBank, FASTA, MacVector, Genetics Computer
    Group (GCG), Text, Applied Biosystems (ABI), and data from the
    clipboard. You can also access NCBI's databases by accession
    number or utilizing the integrated internet interface to search BLAST
    and Entrez text databases. With EditSeq you can manually edit
    sequence, comments and annotations, conveniently separated into
    three panes. Dynamic links between sequence and annotations
    exhibit automatic updating of feature coordinates with sequence
    editing and inclusion of features with copying/pasting of sequences.
    Available functions include reverse complement, invert, translate, back-
    translate, and ORF identification.

    System Requirements  

    Lasergene 7.2 for Macintosh

    Mac OS X 10.3 or 10.4
    Intel® or Power PC for Macintosh computer
    128 MB RAM*
    120 MB of available hard-disk space
    CD-ROM drive (unless downloaded)
    Internet access (required to authorize)

    Lasergene 7.2 for Windows®
    Windows® Vista™, XP SP2 or 2000
    Intel compatible Pentium® class processor
    128 MB RAM*
    90 MB of available hard-disk space
    CD-ROM drive (unless downloaded)
    Internet access (required to authorize)
    * RAM requirements vary depending on size of data being analyzed. At
    least 512MB RAM is recommended for SeqMan Pro Assembler.

    Manufacturer   Home office; see web site for international locations.

    DNASTAR, Inc.
    3801 Regent Street
    Madison, WI 53705  USA
    Phone:      1 608-258-7420       
    Toll Free:  1 866-511-5090  
    Toll free calls from the U.K.: 0-808-234-1643
    FAX: 1 608-258-7439
    Email: info@dnastar.com

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