I also had a doubt on the 3rd question
Hi @jgreth,
I hope this message finds you well. I am currently working on Custom visualizations/dashboards for semantically described biological entities and wanted to seek your guidance. Could you please let me know where I should submit my draft to receive feedback? Additionally, if there are any specific guidelines or considerations for submission, I would greatly appreciate your input.
Thank you for your time and support.
Best regards, Ruchit Kumar
Hi @arnab1896 and @jgrethe ,
My name is Khyati Bhat and Iām a 2nd year Biological Engineering undergraduate student in the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IITM). I have been exploring the project details and I just wanted to get a few questions clarified.
- Are we given complete freedom to choose which tools and libraries we can use to implement the data visualization
- Should the visualizations prioritize simplicity for quick understanding, or should they emphasize advanced exploration for expert domain users?
- Are there any specific performance benchmarks or expectations that visualizations must meet?
I am preparing my GSoC proposal for the project āCustom visualizations/dashboards for semantically described biological entitiesā and would like to have it reviewed by the mentors. Could you please guide me on how to proceed?
Hi everyone,
Iām Purva , a 2nd-year BTech Data Science student with an interest in data visualization and their applications .
My experience includes HTML , CSS JavaScript, Python
Iāve worked on interactive dashboards and web application that simplify data for better accessibility.
Effective visualization can greatly enhance scientific workflows, and
Iām eager to contribute by developing meaningful and interactive visual representations.
Looking forward to learning from this community and contributing to the project!
Best Regards,
Purva Pawar
Respected mentors
I hope you are doing well. I have prepared a little bit of backend for this project. I wanted to know if you are having a template for the main page or the dashboard on figma or other platform so that we know exactly what design to implement.
Thank you
I am excited about the opportunity to help develop interactive visualizations for biological entities within InterLex.
Before getting started, I wanted to ask a few questions to better understand the projectās scope and technical requirements:
- Project Priorities ā Are there specific types of biological entity visualizations that are most needed?
- Data Access & Structureā What is the best way to retrieve and structure data from InterLex for visualization purposes?
- Preferred Tools & Libraries ā Are there any recommended visualization libraries (e.g., D3.js, Cytoscape.js) or frameworks to use?
- First Steps ā What would be a good starting task to contribute effectively?
I would appreciate any guidance you can provide and would love to discuss how I can best contribute. Looking forward to your response!
Hello, my name is Haritha Vemuri. I am currently pursuing BTech at NRI Institute of Technology and having a strong interest in frontend development, data visualization, and AI-based solutions. I have experience in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Java, React, Python, and C++. I am basically more interested in data-driven visualization and interactive UI design that will make data accessible to both experts and common users. Looking forward to collaborate and develop the project.
Hi Tom and Jeff,
I just discovered this project and Iām really excited about it! It perfectly aligns with my background in neuroscience and strong interest in making complex biological data more accessible. Iām currently training in Python, and would love the chance to contribute and learn more through this opportunity! How can I proceed?
Best,
Lisa
Hi Tom and Jeff,
My name is Abhishek Kumar, and I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to the Custom Visualizations/Dashboards for Semantically Described Biological Entities project as part of GSoC 2025.
I have experience in JavaScript, React, and data visualization and am eager to develop interactive visualizations to help researchers explore biological entities such as cells, genes, proteins, and
anatomical locations within InterLex.
My Approach to This Project:
- Understanding InterLex & Data Sources
(i) Review the existing InterLex system and its data structure.
(ii) Identify available APIs or data formats for biological entities. - Setting Up the Development Environment
(i) Clone the InterLex repository and install dependencies.
(ii) Explore the existing UI and determine where to integrate new visualizations. - Building the Visualizations
(i) Use D3.js, Chart.js, or Recharts to create interactive graphs and dashboards.
(ii) Develop visual representations for cell morphology, gene expression, and anatomical locations.
(iii) Ensure the UI is intuitive and accessible for researchers. - Expanding & Optimizing
(i) Add filters, search functionalities, and real-time updates for better usability.
(ii) Optimize performance and test across different datasets. - Deployment & Documentation
(i) Deploy the visualization tool using Vercel/Netlify for easy access.
(ii) Write documentation to help users and future contributors understand the system.
I would appreciate any guidance you can provide and would love to discuss how I can best contribute. Looking forward to your response!