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Codon Optimization

Codon Optimization

AI-driven codon optimization algorithms to maximize protein expression across bacterial, yeast, insect, and mammalian systems.

Overview

Codon optimization is the process of modifying a DNA sequence to maximize the expression of a protein in a specific host organism without changing the amino acid sequence. NTSR utilizes sophisticated AI-driven algorithms that go beyond simple Codon Adaptation Index (CAI) scores. Our platform considers mRNA secondary structures, GC content, cryptic splice sites, and translational kinetics to ensure peak performance in your target expression system.

Optimization Algorithms

AI-Max Expression

Proprietary deep-learning model that predicts translational efficiency across bacterial and mammalian cells.

StructureGuard

Focuses on eliminating complex mRNA secondary structures that can cause translational stalling or termination.

Multi-Host Sync

Optimizes sequences for balanced expression across multiple hosts (e.g., E. coli and CHO cells simultaneously).

Host System Compatibility

Host System Key Factors Optimized Expected Increase Processing Time
E. coli / Bacteria Rare codonds & GC Balance 3x - 10x < 24 Hours
Mammalian (CHO/HEK) CpG Islands & Splicing 2x - 5x < 24 Hours
Yeast / Pichia Codon Bias & AT Richness 2x - 8x < 24 Hours
Insect (Sf9/Sf21) Translational Initiation 3x - 6x < 24 Hours

Key Features

  • Elimination of internal restriction sites
  • Optimization of Shine-Dalgarno / Kozak sequences
  • Secondary structure prediction & minimization

Applications

  • Recombinant protein production
  • Gene therapy vector design
  • DNA/mRNA vaccine development
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