Angus Sequence Data: Whole Genome Sequencing for a Single Angus Cow

420 total paired-end sequencing reads for Bovidae Bos taurus - beef Angus, animal repository number 45052. The data is provided in 14 compressed FASTQ files within a tar archive, generated through paired-end sequencing. This dataset is part of the National Animal Germplasm Program and was last updated on 2026-03 -13.

Use Cases

• Assemble a reference genome for an Angus individual based on the provided whole genome sequence data.
• Perform variant calling or SNP discovery for cattle genetics research based on the paired-end reads.
• Benchmark sequencing data processing pipelines using the provided FASTQ files.
• Study genetic markers for germplasm conservation programs based on the sequenced animal sample.

Strengths

• Data includes 420 total paired-end sequencing reads, providing depth for analysis.
• Files are in the standard FASTQ format, widely supported by bioinformatics tools.
• Dataset is associated with a specific animal (repository 45052) from a national germplasm program.

Limitations

• Row count is unknown, which may limit suitability assessment.
• Column-level documentation is absent; field semantics must be inferred after download.
• Dataset contains data for only one individual animal, limiting population-level inferences.

Provenance

Source

National Animal Germplasm Program, U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Collection Method

Paired-end whole genome sequencing, likely by RAPiD-Genomics.

Time Range

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Freshness

Last updated 2026-03-13 22:46:11.549026; freshness should be verified.

Geography

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