Conversion of amino-acid sequence in proteins to classical music: search for auditory patterns.

ABSTRACT: 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.

SUBMITTER: Takahashi R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC1929127 | biostudies-literature | 2007

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature