organization Bioinformatics Resource Center An organization that is one of the Internet-based research centers established and funded by NIAID (the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases). The Bioinformatics Resource Centers (BRCs) were formed in response to the threats posed by emerging and re-emerging pathogens, particularly CDC Category A, B, and C pathogens, and their potential use in bioterrorism. The intention of NIAID in funding these bioinformatics centers is to assist researchers involved in the experimental characterization of such pathogens and the formation of drugs, vaccines, or diagnostic tools to combat them. BRC Bioinformatics Resource Center NIAID GSCID-BRC Person: Chris Stoeckert, Jie Zheng Website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bioinformatics_Resource_Centers metadata complete