Bioinformatics in Libraries: Leveraging Biological Science to Optimize Information Services and Knowledge Discovery

Abstract

Bioinformatics, the interdisciplinary field that combines biological science and computational analysis, has revolution-ized the way researchers explore and understand biological data. Libraries, as information hubs, have a unique oppor-tunity to leverage bioinformatics to enhance their information services and support knowledge discovery in the biological sciences. This research paper provides an overview of bioinformatics and its relevance to libraries, explores strategies for integrating bioinformatics resources into library services, discusses the role of libraries in supporting knowledge discovery through bioinformatics, and highlights the importance of education and training in bioinformatics for librari-ans. Additionally, future directions and challenges in implementing bioinformatics in libraries are discussed. This paper aims to provide insights and practical guidance for librarians seeking to optimize their information services and support researchers in the biological sciences.