Description:
Genome browser
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Type: Cask
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Latest Version: 4.1.15@0
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Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
@jbrowse |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Other
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Tags:
genomics
genome-browser
bioinformatics
visualization
research
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Install:
brew install --cask jbrowse
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About:
JBrowse is a high-performance, embeddable genome browser built with JavaScript and React. It enables researchers to visualize and explore large-scale genomic datasets, including DNA sequence, annotations, and experimental data. The tool provides a flexible plugin system for extending functionality and customizing visualizations for specific research needs.
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Key Features:
- Interactive visualization of genomic data tracks
- Support for multiple file formats (GFF, BED, VCF, BAM)
- Plugin architecture for custom extensions
- High-performance rendering for large datasets
- Web-based and embeddable in other applications
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Use Cases:
- Visualizing genomic variants and annotations in clinical research
- Comparative genomics analysis across different species
- Sharing genomic data with collaborators via web interfaces
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Alternatives:
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IGV (Integrative Genomics Viewer)
– Desktop-focused application vs JBrowse's web-based, embeddable approach
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UCSC Genome Browser
– Web service vs JBrowse's self-hosted and customizable deployment
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| Apr 2, 2026 4:28pm |
4.1.15 |
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| Mar 8, 2026 1:22am |
4.1.14 |
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| Feb 20, 2026 4:44am |
4.1.13 |
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4.1.12 |
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| Feb 19, 2026 7:39pm |
4.1.11 |
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| Jan 27, 2026 12:12pm |
4.1.3 |
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4.1.1 |
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4.0.4 |
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4.0.3 |
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3.6.5 |
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| Jul 31, 2024 1:53pm |
2.13.1 |
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| Jul 25, 2024 9:33pm |
2.13.0 |
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| Jun 29, 2024 8:35pm |
2.12.3 |
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| Jun 27, 2024 2:50pm |
2.12.3 |
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