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CottonGen
CottonGen provides genomic, genetic, and breeding resources for cotton research and crop improvement, with research data and training materials.
About CottonGen
CottonGen is a web resource for genomic, genetic, and breeding data used in cotton research and crop improvement. The homepage lists tools for viewing genomes, searching sequences and genes, working with genetic maps and markers, and managing phenotype, genotype, and germplasm records. It also links to news, short training videos, newsletters, a user manual, and presentations.
The homepage does not state who may use the site, any usage limits, or how the tools are priced. Pricing is unknown.
Key features
- Browse genome data for four cotton species: arboreum, barbadense, herbaceum, and hirsutum
- Search sequences and genes, and run BLAST sequence searches
- Search genetic maps, markers, and QTL/GWAS results
- Compare genetic maps
- Search phenotype, genotype, and germplasm records
- Manage breeding data with a breeding management tool
Best for: Cotton researchers and crop breeders who need genomic, genetic, or breeding data for cotton.
Good for
- Brings genomics, genetics, and breeding tools together in one site for cotton work
- Provides training materials, including short videos, a user manual, and presentations
CottonGen at a glance
- Website
- cottongen.org
- Category
- Research & Data › Geographic & Mapping Data
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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CottonGen FAQ
Which cotton species does the site cover in its quick start section?
The homepage lists four major species in its quick start section: arboreum, barbadense, herbaceum, and hirsutum.
What training materials are available?
The homepage lists short videos on using GeoNavigation in BIMS, a training video on the GWAS/QTL Catalog Viewer, a user manual, presentations, and newsletters.
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