Marsilea: an intuitive generalized paradigm for composable visualizations

Abstract Biological data visualization is challenged by the growing complexity of datasets. Traditional single-data plots or simple juxtapositions often fail to fully capture dataset intricacies and interrelations. To address this, we introduce “cross-layout,” a novel visualization paradigm that int...

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Main Authors: Yimin Zheng, Zhihang Zheng, André F. Rendeiro, Edwin Cheung
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-01-01
Series:Genome Biology
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13059-024-03469-3
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Summary:Abstract Biological data visualization is challenged by the growing complexity of datasets. Traditional single-data plots or simple juxtapositions often fail to fully capture dataset intricacies and interrelations. To address this, we introduce “cross-layout,” a novel visualization paradigm that integrates multiple plot types in a cross-like structure, with a central main plot surrounded by secondary plots for enhanced contextualization and interrelation insights. We also introduce “Marsilea,” a Python-based implementation of cross-layout visualizations, available in both programmatic and web-based interfaces to support users of all experience levels. This paradigm and its implementation offer a customizable, intuitive approach to advance biological data visualization.
ISSN:1474-760X