Computational biology
Deciphering the language of transcription factors
September 10, 2012
A new method identifies the precise binding sites of transcription factors — proteins that regulate the production of other proteins — with 10 times the accuracy of its predecessors.
Researchers identify biochemical functions for most of the human genome
September 5, 2012
New map provides a reference for interpreting function of disease-associated regions.
The wisdom of crowds
August 10, 2012
A recent paper out of Manolis Kellis' group shows the wisdom of crowds when it comes to selecting methods for analyzing gene regulatory networks.
What lies ahead for science and science writing?
March 27, 2012
10th anniversary of MIT Graduate Program in Science Writing celebrates past, looks to future.
Scientists reveal HIV weakness
June 21, 2011
Vaccines that target newly identified viral protein sequences could be more effective than previous efforts.
Origami: Not just for paper anymore
April 27, 2011
DNA, folded into complex shapes, could have a big impact on nanotechnology.
Understanding proteins
March 22, 2011
New model of protein folding helps researchers handle flood of genomic data
Also labeled: Computer science and technology, Protein folding
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