Organizational Structure

Information Engineering Branch (IEB)

Investigates mechanisms for data representation and analysis, including the development of computer-based systems for the storage, management, and retrieval of knowledge relating to molecular biology, genetics, and biochemistry
Designs database schema and specifications for representation of various forms of molecular biology information, including nucleic acid, protein, and structural information
Designs and develops distributed software systems from the prototype to operational phase, which provides researchers with both local and remote computational services
Coordinates public access to sequence, genetics, structural, and bibliographic information by building curated and integrated databases and, when feasible, establishes linkages to external databases
Establishes collaborative informatics initiatives with NIH intramural laboratories as well as governmental agencies and extramural academic groups
Consults with and advises other governmental agencies and research laboratories on advanced methods of software and database design
Develops and promotes standards for databases, data exchange, and biological nomenclature

Plans, directs, and manages the technical operations of NCBI, including the computer systems used for research and development as well as the computer systems used to access NCBI’s public databases
Provides technical assistance to NCBI staff and provides support for external users of NCBI network services
Supervises network operations for NCBI and coordinates with other government agencies for both national and international access to NCBI services
Plans, develops, and manages the procurement of equipment and services in support of NCBI information functions
Provides technical consultation and direction for NCBI information architectures