AI-Assisted Rational Design and Activity Prediction of Biological Elements for Optimizing Transcription-Factor-Based Biosensors.

Journal: Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
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Abstract

The rational design, activity prediction, and adaptive application of biological elements (bio-elements) are crucial research fields in synthetic biology. Currently, a major challenge in the field is efficiently designing desired bio-elements and accurately predicting their activity using vast datasets. The advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technology has enabled machine learning and deep learning algorithms to excel in uncovering patterns in bio-element data and predicting their performance. This review explores the application of AI algorithms in the rational design of bio-elements, activity prediction, and the regulation of transcription-factor-based biosensor response performance using AI-designed elements. We discuss the advantages, adaptability, and biological challenges addressed by the AI algorithms in various applications, highlighting their powerful potential in analyzing biological data. Furthermore, we propose innovative solutions to the challenges faced by AI algorithms in the field and suggest future research directions. By consolidating current research and demonstrating the practical applications and future potential of AI in synthetic biology, this review provides valuable insights for advancing both academic research and practical applications in biotechnology.

Authors

  • Nana Ding
    National Engineering Research Center for Cereal Fermentation and Food Biomanufacturing, Jiangnan University, 1800 Lihu Road, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, People's Republic of China.
  • Zenan Yuan
    State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Silviculture, Zhejiang A&F University, Hangzhou 311300, China.
  • Zheng Ma
    School of Communication and Information Engineering, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Xiyuan Ave. 2006, West Hi-Tech Zone, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731, China.
  • Yefei Wu
    Zhejiang Qianjiang Biochemical Co., Ltd., Haining 314400, China.
  • Lianghong Yin
    State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Silviculture, Zhejiang A&F University, Hangzhou 311300, People's Republic of China.