Analysis of Genetic Coding Tables
Author Information
Author(s): Kurnaz Mehmet Levent, Bilgin Tugce, Kurnaz Isil Aksan
Primary Institution: Bogazici University
Hypothesis
Is the Standard Genetic Code the most robust coding table compared to alternate genetic codes?
Conclusion
The Standard Genetic Code is not the most robust coding table, with the Flatworm Mitochondrial Code performing better in terms of robustness against mutations.
Supporting Evidence
- The Standard Genetic Code ranked poorly among 12 coding tables tested.
- The Flatworm Mitochondrial Code consistently outperformed the Standard Code.
- Robustness was assessed by simulating mutations and analyzing gene survivability.
Takeaway
This study looked at how different genetic codes help organisms survive mutations, finding that the Standard Code isn't the best at this, while another code from flatworms is better.
Methodology
The study analyzed various genetic coding tables by simulating mutations in genes and assessing their survivability over generations.
Limitations
The study's assumptions may oversimplify the complexities of genetic code evolution and mutation effects.
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