Machine Learning in Genomics – Current Efforts and Future Applications Emerj

Genomics is a branch of molecular biology focused on studying all aspects of a genome, or the complete set of genes within a particular organism. Today, machine learning is playing an integral role in the evolution of the field of genomics. We set out in this article to examine the applications of machine learning in genomics to help business leaders understand current and emerging trends within the field. Before diving into present applications, we'll begin with background facts and terminology about genomics and precision medicine, and a quick summary of the findings of our research on this topic: The ability to sequence DNA provides researchers with the ability to "read" the genetic blueprint that directs all the activities of a living organism. To provide context, the central dogma of biology is summarized as the pathway from DNA to RNA to Protein.