Introduction
LiceBase is a model organism database for the Atlantic salmon louse (Lepeophtheirus salmonis), a major fish parasite with significant impact on global aquaculture and marine ecology. Maintained by ELIXIR Norway as a sister database to Salmobase, LiceBase collects genomic information and annotation to support research into the biology and management of salmon lice.
Key Features
- Gene and sequence search — search and retrieve genes and sequences related to salmon lice, including BLAST searches and bulk sequence retrieval
- Genomic and transcriptomic data — comprehensive annotation of the salmon louse genome
- In-situ image database — user-uploaded images for morphological comparison and reference
- RNAi database — RNA interference experiment data for functional genomics studies
- Community forum — collaborative discussions, questions, and answers on salmon lice research
Getting Started
- Visit the LiceBase website to access the database
- Use the search function to find genes, sequences, or BLAST results
- Browse the in-situ image collection or RNAi database for experimental data
- Join the community forum to discuss findings with other researchers