The VirusSeq Data Portal is expanding into the iMicroSeq Data Portal, which contains additional microbial data. While there were no updates during migration (Feb 5- Mar 12), updates can now proceed. We apologize for any impacts. If you have any problems or feedback, please contact [email protected].
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Data Releases

Canadian VirusSeq Data Portal

The VirusSeq Data Portal has expanded to become the iMicroSeq Data Portal, with a focus on supporting integrative analyses of a broader range of microbial data (i.e. viruses, bacteria, including antimicrobial resistance data).

Note when you choose “Exploring iMicroSeq data” above you have the option to view only clinical data from the VirusSeq Data Portal or environmental data associated with the iMicroSeq Data Portal.

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Impact on Canadians

Genomic-based tracking and analysis of the evolving traits of the SARS-CoV-2 virus across Canada provides critical information for:

  • Public health and policy decisions
  • Testing and tracing strategies
  • Virus detection and surveillance methods
  • Vaccine development and effectiveness
  • Drug discovery and effectiveness of treatment
  • Understanding susceptibility, disease severity and clinical outcomes

Why Sequence this Virus?

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Identify and track transmission trends at the regional, provincial, national and international scales.
Aid detection of new clusters of cases/outbreaks.
Discover evolving viral characteristics that might impact.
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Genome Canada has also partnered with DNAstack to share VirusSeq data on Viral AI , a federated network for genomic variant surveillance and infectious disease research. Viral AI was designed to deliver equitable access to software infrastructure, accelerate international data sharing, and empower scientists and public health officials with globally representative datasets they need to mitigate current and future infectious disease outbreaks.

Explore VirusSeq Data on Viral AI