A tool to detect and analyse gene patterns in their environmental context

Welcome to the MetaMine homepage. MetaMine is a tool to detect and analyse gene patterns in their environmental context.


Current version: 1.2.0

Installation instructions:

  • Download the MetaMine client for your platform.
  • Check if you have Sun Java >=1.5 installed (see below).
  • Unzip the file (Windows) or run "tar xvzf metamine-1.2.0.tar.gz" (Linux/Unix). This will create a metamine-1.2.0 directory.
  • Go into the metamine-1.2.0 directory.
  • Start MetaMine by running: MetaMineClient.bat (Windows) or MetaMineClient.sh (Linux/Unix)
  • You you will find two demo projects in the download section, which you can import from the "File → Import Project" menu.
See Frequently Asked Questions for further information.

Availability and requirements

  • Operating systems: Every OS with JRE 1.5 or higher (tested on Windows/ Linux).
  • at least 512MB RAM
  • Internet connection
  • Programming language: Java.
  • Other requirements: JRE 1.5 or higher
  • License: license-free. Any restrictions to use by non-academics: MetaMine may not be sold or bundled with any type of commercial application.