Ten simple rules for computational biologists collaborating with wet lab researchers.

Robinson, Mark D; Cai, Peiying; Emons, Martin; Gerber, Reto; Germain, Pierre-Luc; Gunz, Samuel; Luo, Siyuan; Moro, Giulia et al. · PLoS Comput Biol · 2024

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Abstract

Computational biologists are frequently engaged in collaborative data analysis with wet lab researchers. These interdisciplinary projects, as necessary as they are to the scientific endeavor, can be surprisingly challenging due to cultural differences in operations and values. In this Ten Simple Rules guide, we aim to help dry lab researchers identify sources of friction and provide actionable tools to facilitate respectful, open, transparent, and rewarding collaborations.

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