# FPbase

- **Website:** <https://fpbase.org>
- **Primary alias:** `fpbase.org`

## Description

FPbase is a moderated, user-editable database of fluorescent proteins designed by microscopists. It brings together information about proteins and their characteristics, helping users search, compare, share, and organize data relevant to fluorescent protein research. The site provides advanced search and browsing options, including a protein table, interactive chart, lineages, organisms, spectra, and references. Its database includes protein records and fluorescent protein spectra, with tools to explore and interpret this information. Users can submit proteins and spectra, contribute to the collection, and review recent activity. FPbase also offers a spectra viewer, FP BLAST, FP collections, and a FRET calculator, alongside information about microscopes. For developers and other users seeking structured access, the site provides an API. Help and FAQs explain how to use the resource, while citation guidance supports appropriate acknowledgment of FPbase. Overall, FPbase serves as a collaborative reference and set of practical tools for discovering and working with fluorescent protein information.

## Industries

- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 Biology _(under Science and Education)_

## Links

- [twitter](https://twitter.com/FPbase)

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG, SVG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idE3sBhhGR/w/820/h/295/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1791265747204)
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## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Chateau Green | #4cb651 | accent |
| Green Pea | #2a6f2e | dark |
| Moss Green | #9ed5a1 | light |

## Fonts

- -apple-system — asset _(system)_
- var(--bs-font-sans-serif) — asset _(custom)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idE3sBhhGR/w/1500/h/500/idJWdbIUki.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1791265747410)

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