# HOMD

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

## Description

HOMD, the Human Oral Microbiome Database, is an authoritative resource dedicated to providing comprehensive and curated information on the diverse bacterial species found in the human oral cavity and aerodigestive tract, encompassing the pharynx, nasal passages, sinuses, and esophagus. The database features an impressive catalog of 774 oral bacterial species, with 58% officially named, while others remain unnamed or uncultivated. HOMD employs a provisional naming scheme for these unnamed taxa, leveraging 16S rRNA sequence phylogeny to establish a reliable reference framework for researchers.

Among its robust offerings are taxonomy data, genomic databases, and advanced tools like the JBrowse Genome Viewer and BLAST servers for genetic comparisons. Additionally, HOMD supports cross-referencing data from various laboratories, enhancing the accessibility of microbiome research. Funded by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, HOMD serves as a pivotal platform for scientists exploring the intricacies of the oral microbiome and its implications for human health.

## Industries

- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 Biology _(under Science and Education)_
- ⛑ Health
- ⛑ Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals _(under Health)_

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Orange Roughy | #d6561a | accent |
| Midnight Blue | #003366 | dark |
| Dodger Blue | #1e90ff | light |

## Fonts

- Candara — asset _(custom)_

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