title: Data structures for DNA sequence manipulation.
abstract: Two data structures designated Fragment and Construct are described. The Fragment data structure defines a continuous nucleic acid sequence from a unique genetic origin. The Construct defines a continuous sequence composed of sequences from multiple genetic origins. These data structures are manipulated by a set of software tools to simulate the construction of mosaic recombinant DNA molecules. They are also used as an interface between sequence data banks and analytical programs.
mesh_terms: D001483:Base Sequence; D003201:Computers; D004247:DNA / Q000032:analysis*; D007256:Information Systems; D012984:Software
chemical_list: D004247:DNA