Cooperation of GlycoPOST and UniCarb-DR towards a comprehensive glycomics data repository workflow.

In glycomics, two data repositories, GlycoPOST and UniCarb-DR, have been developed to accumulate experimental data generated by glycomics and glycoproteomics mass spectrometry experiments. In order to enhance the interrelation between these two data repositories, we have upgraded the framework for both of them; we have unified their respective data submission systems and constructed a mechanism that can automatically cross-reference corresponding entries. In addition to this integration, the metadata registration system was also extended so that liquid chromatography experiments can be reported according to standard reporting guidelines specified by MIRAGE (Minimum Information Required for A Glycomics Experiment). Furthermore, by augmenting the visualization software used in UniCarb-DR, we have been able to introduce new functionality into GlycoPOST to enable the visualization of unpublished experimental identification result files during an embargo period defined by the data provider. As a result, this work introduces a new framework by which glycomics researchers can take advantage of GlycoPOST and UniCarb-DR in an integrated manner.