cBioPortal for Cancer Genomics
Explore, visualize, and analyze cancer genomics data.
Overview
The cBioPortal for Cancer Genomics is an open-source software platform that enables the visualization, analysis, and download of large-scale cancer genomics and clinical data sets. While it is primarily a tool for cancer research, its rich data and analytical capabilities make it a valuable resource for biomarker discovery in oncology drug development. Researchers can use cBioPortal to explore the relationships between genomic alterations, clinical features, and patient outcomes.
✨ Key Features
- Interactive visualization of cancer genomics data
- Analysis of mutations, copy number alterations, and gene expression
- Survival analysis and patient cohort comparison
- Access to a large number of public cancer genomics studies
- Open-source and extensible platform
🎯 Key Differentiators
- User-friendly interface for interactive data exploration
- Integration of multiple data types (genomic and clinical)
- Strong community and open-source nature
Unique Value: Democratizes access to complex cancer genomics data, enabling researchers to make novel discoveries and identify potential biomarkers.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Widely used by the cancer research community and cited in thousands of publications.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Biomarker research outside of oncology.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more interactive and user-friendly experience for data exploration compared to raw data repositories.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (N/A tier)
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Free to use the public portal. Can also be deployed locally.
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