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Lior Pachter is a computational biologist working in genomics. His career began in comparative genomics, initially focusing on genome alignment, annotation, and the determination of conserved regions using phylogenetic methods. Over time, his research has progressed toward functional genomics, which involves answering key questions about the function and interaction of DNA, RNA, and protein products. He is particularly interested in the applications of high-throughput sequencing in RNA biology. Pachter's work in genomics necessitates the development of algorithms and statistical methodologies rooted in mathematical foundations, making this an essential part of his research endeavors.
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