software (e.g., BEAST, MEGA, RAxML)

BEAST, MEGA, and RAxML are software tools used in computational biology to analyze genetic data. BEAST focuses on understanding evolutionary relationships by estimating how species have changed over time. MEGA allows researchers to perform statistical analysis and visualizations of DNA sequences, helping to explore evolutionary patterns. RAxML specializes in creating detailed evolutionary trees, called phylogenies, based on genetic data, using advanced algorithms for accuracy. These tools help scientists uncover insights about the diversity of life and the processes that shape it using data from genetics and evolution.