Tools & Technology

AI & Digital Biology

Elliot Hershberg
Century of Biology

In the intricate tapestry of synthetic biology, the threads of artificial intelligence, machine learning, digitalization, automation, and computational biology are indispensably interwoven, facilitating the field's evolution at an accelerated pace and scale. The extensive data sets intrinsic to synthetic biology experiments render manual analysis and trend identification almost untenable. Furthermore, mechanized experimentation, unburdened by human limitations, offers enhanced efficiency and precision. Recent advancements in digital biology have propelled our capacity to predict protein structures comprehensively, employ virtual reality for biological visualization, synchronize robotic experiment protocols globally, and orchestrate entire laboratories via cloud platforms. Nevertheless, the trajectory of digital biology remains punctuated with challenges encompassing standardization, practical implementation, fiscal considerations, and accuracy. This evolving landscape invariably presents a plethora of avenues for pioneering innovations and discoveries.