Oxford Nanopore: AI in DNA Sequencing

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Their devices pass DNA strands through a tiny hole (nanopore) and measure the change in electrical current.

Their devices pass DNA strands through a tiny hole (nanopore) and measure the change in electrical current. The signal produced is noisy and complex.

This technology allows for 'lab-on-a-chip' devices like the MinION, which is the size of a stapler.

This technology allows for ‘lab-on-a-chip’ devices like the MinION, which is the size of a stapler. It has been used on the International Space Station, in the jungles of Africa to track Ebola, and extensively in the UK to track COVID-19 variants.

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By integrating AI directly into the sensor, Oxford Nanopore allows scientists to get answers in minutes rather than weeks.

By integrating AI directly into the sensor, Oxford Nanopore allows scientists to get answers in minutes rather than weeks. It is a prime example of the UK’s strength in converging biotechnology with machine learning.

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What does Oxford Nanopore demonstrate about the application of AI?

Oxford Nanopore demonstrates that AI is not just about chatbots; it’s about measuring the physical world. Their tech is a vital tool in the global fight against disease and the understanding of life itself.

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