We are an interdisciplinary team and we do research at the crossroads of physics and biology. Our team is delocalized between Paris (France) and Rome (Italy).
We mainly work on generative models based on principles coming from statistical physics for biological sequences such as RNA or proteins, and their usage to model their structure, function and evolution.
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We develop machine learning models based on statistical mechanics. The design of these models, which are resource efficient, is largely interpretable. Unlike black box models, they unveil the complex patterns that emerge from biological data.
Our models are based on biological data, and reversely enrich biological insights with quantitative and computational methods. They can be used to engineer artificial biomolecules, trace evolutionary paths, or guide directed evolution experiments.
Generate new proteins sequences fitting a specific functional label, using annotated data as training set.
Use our modelling strategy to improve phylogeny and ancestral reconstruction.
Study the shape of the fitness landscape, understand evolutionary bottlenecks and generate evolutionary paths.
Use our modelling strategy to optimize in vitro evolution protocols.
Integrate experimental data back into models as a way to enhance their accuracy and reliability.
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