Conversion of amino-acid sequence in proteins to classical music: search for auditory patterns.
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SUBMITTER: Takahashi R
PROVIDER: S-EPMC1929127 | biostudies-literature | 2007
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Conversion of amino-acid sequence in proteins to classical music: search for auditory patterns.
Takahashi Rie R Miller Jeffrey H JH
Genome biology 20070101 5
We have converted genome-encoded protein sequences into musical notes to reveal auditory patterns without compromising musicality. We derived a reduced range of 13 base notes by pairing similar amino acids and distinguishing them using variations of three-note chords and codon distribution to dictate rhythm. The conversion will help make genomic coding sequences more approachable for the general public, young children, and vision-impaired scientists. ...[more]
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