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Table 2 Summary of the six key aggregation-normalization strategies used in this study. In particular, for each approach, we specify the aggregation method used, the type of normalization adopted, and the level of aggregation selected

From: Optimizing expression quantitative trait locus mapping workflows for single-cell studies

 

Definition

Aggregation method

Normalization

Aggregation level

dr-mean

Mean

Single-cell level (scran)

Donor and run

dr-median

Median

Single-cell level (scran)

Donor and run

dr-sum

Sum

Pseudo-bulk level (TMM)

Donor and run

d-mean

Mean

Single-cell level (scran)

Donor

d-median

Median

Single-cell level (scran)

Donor

d-sum

Sum

Pseudo-bulk level (TMM)

Donor