Jerry Parks leads the Molecular Biophysics group at ORNL, leveraging his expertise in computational chemistry and bioinformatics to unlock the inner workings of proteins—molecules that govern cellular structure and function and are essential to life. Credit: Genevieve Martin, ORNL/U.S. Dept. of Energy
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Jerry Parks: Solving protein puzzles for better environmental, human health
Oak Ridge National Laboratory led a team of scientists to design a molecule that disrupts the infection mechanism of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus and could be used to develop new treatments for COVID-19 and future virus outbreaks. Credit: Michelle Lehman/ORNL, U.S. Dept. of Energy
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ORNL-led team designs molecule to disrupt SARS-CoV-2 infection
One of the proteins identified through a new ORNL-developed approach could be key to communications between poplar trees and beneficial microbes that can help boost poplar trees’ growth, carbon storage and climate resilience. Credit: Andy Sproles/ORNL, U.S. Dept. of Energy
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Biocomputing and Information

Advancing frontiers in computational methods of discovery for biological systems

The Biocomputing and Information Section advances frontiers in computational methods to analyze chemical, physical, and biological data and arrive at new predictions and discoveries. Researchers apply scalable computing and data science to characterize the structure, function, and dynamics of complex biomolecular systems. Scientists apply data science, predictive modeling, and high-performance computing to transform biological data into knowledge. This section is also home to specialists who develop communication strategies and informational materials about the fundamental research from DOE’s Office of Biological and Environmental Research.

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Julie Mitchell
Julie C Mitchell
Director, Biosciences Division
mitchelljc@ornl.gov