How to Use BLAST for Finding and Aligning DNA or Protein Sequences

This video tutorial introduces the BLAST tool from the NCBI website, explaining its use in genomic research to compare biological sequences. It covers navigating the BLAST website, using the query page, analyzing results, and creating phylogenetic trees. The tutorial also discusses local and global sequence alignments, providing a comprehensive guide to using BLAST for sequence analysis.

What information can you find in the description tab of the BLAST report?

How do you create a phylogenetic tree using BLAST results?

What steps do you need to follow to perform a multiple alignment search in BLAST?

What is the difference between local and global sequence alignment in BLAST?