WinGene/WinPep: User-friendly software for the analysis of amino acid sequences

WinGene1.0/WinPep1.2 is a pair of Microsoft(R) Windows(R) programs designed to read nucleotide or amino acid sequence data. These versatile programs have the following capabilities: (i) searches for open reading frames and their translation, (ii) assisting the design of primers for PCR and (iii) calculation of molecular weight isoelectric point and molar absorbtion coefficients of polypeptides. Furthermore, hydropathic plots and helical wheel displays are easily produced. The programs run with art intuitive Windows interface, contain a comprehensive help pie and enable data exchange with other applications by means of the Copy&Paste command. The software is free for academic and noncommercial users.