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ArticleDatabase : the journal of biological databases and curation2023

ESOMIR: a curated database of biomarker genes and miRNAs associated with esophageal cancer.

Asma Sindhoo, Saima Sipy, Abbas Khan, Gurudeeban Selvaraj, Abdulrahman Alshammari, Mark Earl Casida, Dong-Qing Wei

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Article in Database : the journal of biological databases and curation, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 4 papers.

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5 · Who and what money

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7 authors at 5 institutions in 5 countries.

Asma SindhooDepartment of Bioinformatics and Biological Statistics, School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Dongchuan Road Minhang District, Shanghai 200240, PR China.
Saima SipySindh Madressatul Islam University, Karachi, Sindh 74600, Pakistan.
Abbas KhanDepartment of Bioinformatics and Biological Statistics, School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Dongchuan Road Minhang District, Shanghai 200240, PR China.ORCID 0000-0002-4288-7602
Gurudeeban SelvarajCentre for Research in Molecular Modelling (CERMM), Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Concordia University, Montreal, Quebec H4B 1R6, Canada.
Abdulrahman AlshammariDepartment of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia.
Mark Earl CasidaLaboratoire de Spectrom´etrie, Interactions et Chimie th´eorique (SITh), D´epartement de Chimie Mol´eculaire (DCM, UMR CNRS/UGA 5250), Institut de Chimie Mol´eculaire de Grenoble (ICMG, FR2607), Universit´e Grenoble Alpes (UGA), 301 rue de la Chimie BP 53, Grenoble Cedex F-38041, France.
Dong-Qing WeiDepartment of Bioinformatics and Biological Statistics, School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Dongchuan Road Minhang District, Shanghai 200240, PR China.
Shanghai Jiao Tong University · CNCentre National de la Recherche Scientifique · FRConcordia University · CAKing Saud University · SASindh Madressatul Islam University · PK

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

'Esophageal cancer' (EC) is a highly aggressive and deadly complex disease. It comprises two types, esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC) and esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC), with Barrett's esophagus (BE) being the only known precursor. Recent research has revealed that microRNAs (miRNAs) play a crucial role in the development, prognosis and treatment of EC and are involved in various human diseases. Biological databases have become essential for cancer research as they provide information on genes, proteins, pathways and their interactions. These databases collect, store and manage large amounts of molecular data, which can be used to identify patterns, predict outcomes and generate hypotheses. However, no comprehensive database exists for EC and miRNA relationships. To address this gap, we developed a dynamic database named 'ESOMIR (miRNA in esophageal cancer) (https://esomir.dqweilab-sjtu.com)', which includes information about targeted genes and miRNAs associated with EC. The database uses analysis and prediction methods, including experimentally endorsed miRNA(s) information. ESOMIR is a user-friendly interface that allows easy access to EC-associated data by searching for miRNAs, target genes, sequences, chromosomal positions and associated signaling pathways. The search modules are designed to provide specific data access to users based on their requirements. Additionally, the database provides information about network interactions, signaling pathways and region information of chromosomes associated with the 3'untranslated region (3'UTR) or 5'UTR and exon sites. Users can also access energy levels of specific miRNAs with targeted genes. A fuzzy term search is included in each module to enhance the ease of use for researchers. ESOMIR can be a valuable tool for researchers and clinicians to gain insight into EC, including identifying biomarkers and treatments for this aggressive tumor. Database URL https://esomir.dqweilab-sjtu.com.

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AdenocarcinomaBarrett EsophagusBiomarkers, TumorDatabases, FactualEsophageal NeoplasmsEsophageal Squamous Cell CarcinomaMicroRNAsHumansBiomarkers, TumorMicroRNAs

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PMID37815872
PMCPMC10563827
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