Access to the Maizeseq database (the combined cDNA sequence and translated protein data from Ceres, DuPont and Monsanto) is limited to researchers at non-profit (academic and government) institutions who are engaged in not-for-profit research aimed at plant improvement.

In order to obtain access to the database, first download the User Agreement PDF below.  Next print out and complete (fill in the blanks and sign) the User Agreement. You should review this document with your technology transfer and legal departments, since it is a legally binding contract. Additionally, you will need to complete the Principle Investigator and Project Participants' Agreement, which is Appendix A in the PDF document. This Principle Investigator and Project Participants' Agreement will need to be completed for each person within a laboratory who wishes to access the Maizeseq data.  When these documents are completed, make a photocopy of the documents for your records and send two signed originals to:

Genome Database

C/O National Corn Growers Association

632 Cepi Drive

Chesterfield, MO 63005

Upon receiving the document, NCGA verify the submitting institution is eligible to access the database, then NCGA will forward your information to the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center and an account will be established for each Primary Investigator (PI) and Project Participant (PP) who has signed.  A username and password for each person will be sent to the PI and PP via email. Additionally, one fully executed copy of the User Agreement will be returned to the PI.

Please note:  The PI is responsible for any data accessed, therefore it is strongly suggested that account access be carefully controlled and that the accounts be updated as necessary.

Any questions should be directed to genomequestions@ncga.com.