<scp>microsatellite analyser</scp> (MSA): a platform independent analysis tool for large microsatellite data sets

TLDR

Large microsatellite data sets are increasingly popular in molecular ecology. The authors present a new software tool designed to streamline analysis of large microsatellite data sets. The software computes all standard microsatellite summary statistics and distances, and includes an improved method for handling inbred samples. Executable versions for Windows and macOS are provided.

Abstract

Abstract In molecular ecology the analysis of large microsatellite data sets is becoming increasingly popular. Here we introduce a new software tool, which is specifically designed to facilitate the analysis of large microsatellite data sets. All common microsatellite summary statistics and distances can be calculated. Furthermore, the microsatellite analyser ( msa ) software offers an improved method to deal with inbred samples (such as Drosophila isofemale lines). Executables are available for Windows and Macintosh computers.