Project description
Study of RNA-binding proteins functional characteristics using a machine learning model
RNA-binding proteins (RBPs) regulate gene expression as they can recognise hundreds of transcripts and form regulatory networks to maintain cell homeostasis. Global screens for RBPs have found hundreds of proteins without discernable RNA-binding domains. These proteins, termed enigmRBPs, bind RNA in an unknown and variable fashion. The EU-funded DEEPLEARNRBP project aims to develop a machine learning model to explore the functional implications of RBP binding characteristics. The project will focus on the practical interpretation of the machine learning model to biological knowledge, especially learning the interplay among varied inputs of secondary structure, sequence and conservation.
Objective
New technologies have revolutionized our understanding of RNA binding protein (RBP) function. Global screens for RBPs have pulled down hundreds of proteins for which no discernable RNA Binding Domain is present. These proteins, termed enigmRBPs due to their enigmatic nature, do bind RNA in unknown and variable fashion. An ever increasing number of such RBPs are having their target sites identified via CrossLinking and ImmunoPrecipitation Sequencing techniques (CLIP-Seq). This torrent of data can be harnessed by novel Deep Learning techniques to identify high order characteristics of RBP function.
The aim of this proposal is the development of a machine learning model that can explore the functional implications of RBP binding characteristics. A model that, given an enigmatic RBP, can identify other known RBPs that show similar binding characteristics, such as sequence motifs, conservation motifs, secondary structure motifs, and higher order combinations of the above.
We will focus on methods to practically interpret the machine learning model to biological knowledge, especially higher order filters that can learn the interplay among varied input, such as secondary structure, sequence and conservation. Beyond the theoretical, we will disseminate our methods in easy to use, standalone and web application format, in order to increase the practical application of our research.
We are transplanting expertise from the bioinformatics and machine learning field, into a fertile substrate of RNA biology and CLIP-Seq experimentation. This interdisciplinary project will involve close collaboration and two-way transfer of knowledge in a dynamic research environment.
Fields of science (EuroSciVoc)
CORDIS classifies projects with EuroSciVoc, a multilingual taxonomy of fields of science, through a semi-automatic process based on NLP techniques. See: The European Science Vocabulary.
CORDIS classifies projects with EuroSciVoc, a multilingual taxonomy of fields of science, through a semi-automatic process based on NLP techniques. See: The European Science Vocabulary.
- natural sciences biological sciences biochemistry biomolecules proteins
- natural sciences computer and information sciences artificial intelligence machine learning deep learning
- natural sciences biological sciences genetics RNA
You need to log in or register to use this function
Programme(s)
Multi-annual funding programmes that define the EU’s priorities for research and innovation.
Multi-annual funding programmes that define the EU’s priorities for research and innovation.
-
H2020-EU.4. - SPREADING EXCELLENCE AND WIDENING PARTICIPATION
MAIN PROGRAMME
See all projects funded under this programme
Topic(s)
Calls for proposals are divided into topics. A topic defines a specific subject or area for which applicants can submit proposals. The description of a topic comprises its specific scope and the expected impact of the funded project.
Calls for proposals are divided into topics. A topic defines a specific subject or area for which applicants can submit proposals. The description of a topic comprises its specific scope and the expected impact of the funded project.
Funding Scheme
Funding scheme (or “Type of Action”) inside a programme with common features. It specifies: the scope of what is funded; the reimbursement rate; specific evaluation criteria to qualify for funding; and the use of simplified forms of costs like lump sums.
Funding scheme (or “Type of Action”) inside a programme with common features. It specifies: the scope of what is funded; the reimbursement rate; specific evaluation criteria to qualify for funding; and the use of simplified forms of costs like lump sums.
MSCA-IF-EF-RI - RI – Reintegration panel
See all projects funded under this funding scheme
Call for proposal
Procedure for inviting applicants to submit project proposals, with the aim of receiving EU funding.
Procedure for inviting applicants to submit project proposals, with the aim of receiving EU funding.
(opens in new window) H2020-WF-2018-2020
See all projects funded under this callCoordinator
Net EU financial contribution. The sum of money that the participant receives, deducted by the EU contribution to its linked third party. It considers the distribution of the EU financial contribution between direct beneficiaries of the project and other types of participants, like third-party participants.
601 77 Brno
Czechia
The total costs incurred by this organisation to participate in the project, including direct and indirect costs. This amount is a subset of the overall project budget.