Table 1 Plan of action for the successful implementation of the SeqCode with community engagement
From: SeqCode: a nomenclatural code for prokaryotes described from sequence data
Step | Notes |
|---|---|
Initial draft of SeqCode | Presented in online discussions in early 2021 and revised by the SeqCode Organizing Committee. |
Preparation of SeqCode v.1.0 | Proposed herein; additional changes made reflecting discussions of the preprint in online discussion forums and reviewer comments. |
Construction of SeqCode Registry | Currently being constructed. Needs testing and user feedback. Contingent upon community support, will incorporate automatic tools to evaluate genome quality. |
Formation of administrative body of the SeqCode | Online discussion forum currently available for discussion of a proposed administrative structure including the SeqCode Committee, Executive Board and Reconciliation Committee. Needed to ensure longevity, future amendments of the code and funding strategies. |
Add Candidatus taxa to Registry | Validly publish backlog of Candidatus names already described in the literature by entry into the SeqCode Registry. |
Development of path 3 to validate names | Work with journals to develop an integrated review system for manuscripts and SeqCode Registry. |
Write SeqCode v.2.0 | SeqCode is a living document. Experience will lead to ideas for improvements. |
Merge the nomenclature of the SeqCode with that of the ICNP | Will maximize the synergies between the laboratory and field disciplines in microbiology. |
