Pathway-based analyses of gene expression profiles at low doses of ionizing radiation
Radiation exposure poses a significant threat to human health. Emerging research indicates that even low-dose radiation once believed to be safe, may have harmful effects. This perception has spurred a growing interest in investigating the potential risks associated with low-dose radiation exposure across various scenarios. To comprehensively explore the health consequences of low-dose radiation, our study employs a robust statistical framework that examines whether specific groups of genes, belonging to known pathways, exhibit coordinated expression patterns that align with the radiation levels. Notably, our findings reveal the existence of intricate yet consistent signatures that reflect the molecular response to radiation exposure, distinguishing between low-dose and high-dose radiation. Moreover, we leverage a pathway-constrained variational autoencoder to capture the nonlinear interactions within gene expression data. By comparing these two analytical approaches, our study aims to gain valuable insights into the impact of low-dose radiation on gene expression patterns, identify pathways that are differentially affected, and harness the potential of machine learning to uncover hidden activity within biological networks. This comparative analysis contributes to a deeper understanding of the molecular consequences of low-dose radiation exposure.
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- OSTI ID:
- 2350713
- Journal Information:
- Frontiers in Bioinformatics, Journal Name: Frontiers in Bioinformatics Vol. 4; ISSN 2673-7647
- Publisher:
- Frontiers Media SACopyright Statement
- Country of Publication:
- Switzerland
- Language:
- English
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