Sequence Read Archive (SRA)

The Sequence Read Archive (SRA) is a public database that stores raw DNA and RNA sequencing data generated by researchers worldwide. It serves as a central resource where scientists can share and access genetic information from various studies, promoting transparency, reproducibility, and further analysis. The data in SRA includes the detailed sequences of nucleotides—the building blocks of genetic material—that have been read using high-throughput sequencing technologies. By providing open access to this vast amount of genetic data, SRA accelerates scientific discovery across fields such as medicine, agriculture, and ecology.