PROJECTS

In our group we focus on development of methods and algorithms to analyse low complexity regions (LCRs) in protein sequences.In particular we work in the following fields:

– Development of algorithms and tools

– Database development

– Functional studies

We are interested both in creating new computational methods to analyse LCRs regions as well as understanding their evolution and function. In particular we are developing tools for searching for similar low complexity regions in protein sequence databases in order to infer functions of LCRs. We are building a unique database that includes functional annotations of low complexity regions and we also develop machine learning and artificial intelligence methods to predict their function. Finally, in our group we are interested in systemising knowledge on various properties of LCRs in important protein domains.   

Our various tools for LCR analysis can be found here.