Gene Regulation

Gene regulation, the intricate process controlling gene expression, is a central focus of biological research, aiming to understand how genes are switched on and off to govern cellular functions. Current research heavily utilizes deep learning models, including convolutional neural networks and transformer architectures like BERT, to analyze large genomic datasets and predict gene expression patterns based on DNA sequences, epigenetic modifications, and other contextual information. These advancements are improving our understanding of complex biological processes like cell differentiation and disease development, with applications in personalized medicine and drug discovery. Furthermore, novel approaches are exploring the use of artificial gene regulatory networks and chemical computing to model and potentially even engineer biological systems.