AI vs. Human: Who Designs Better Primers? In Person computer lab
Details
Join us this Wednesday at **DIYBio.to** for a hands‑on trial to compare primer design—between cutting‑edge AI algorithms with traditional human expertise.
What to expect:
- Agenda:
- Quick intro to primer design fundamentals.
- Live demo of an AI‑driven primer design tool (e.g., Primer‑AI, DeepPrimer, BiOMNI).
- Human‑led design session using classic software (Primer‑3, Geneious).
- Side‑by‑side performance comparison (specificity, speed, cost). Then, we will elect to test some primers on DNA in about two weeks.
- Open Q&A and brainstorming future collaborations.
- What to bring: Laptop (optional), curiosity, and any DNA targets you’d like to test.
- Finding us: Hacklab.to, ground floor lab space
Our community biology projects also continue in the wet lab, and we’ll be gathering data from today’s primer‑design showdown to feed into upcoming courses. For more on our broader mission, check out diybio.to and the experiment.com program.
Why this matters:
At DIYBio.to we aim to bridge biology and the community, and now we’re exploring how AI can augment—or perhaps surpass—human ingenuity in a core molecular‑biology task.
Who we are:
A diverse mix of biologists, bio‑engineers, data scientists, and enthusiastic hobbyists—from newcomers to PhD‑level experts—all committed to safe, inclusive, and respectful collaboration at Hacklab.to and DIYBio.to.
Community standards:
Our anti‑harassment policy applies to everyone. Highlights: Respect & consent: No photos without permission; Safety first: We actively prevent harassment, offensive remarks, or unwanted intrusions—both physical and digital. By signing up, you agree to uphold these standards and help keep our space welcoming.
Membership: If you share our passion and vision, we invite you to become a member of hacklab.to and DIYBio.to. Come visit us, and let's engage in a conversation about cell and molecular biology. Your journey into the DIY world of biology awaits!
*exceptions = holidays, extreme cold weather, illness