Human Gene Nomenclature function will be continued. GDB will probably maintain a read only, static mode. Provides links to single-locus databases. Validation of core data begun - automated approach. Need to have reference sequence in databases.
Notes bias in curation of mutations against genomic deletions.
Phenotype orientated database. Should link to locus specific databases. Clinical disorders classified by organ, tissue or affect system. In general, molecular defects are to cataloged, except for mutations in the mitochondrial genome. Mutation View - Reported by Nobuyoshi Shimizu.