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ProtNLM for Function Prediction

ProtNLM predicts the function of a protein based on its amino acid sequence. It is a T5-based model developed by Google which returns a number of suggested descriptive names, rank ordered by their score (0.0, 1.0) where larger is better. These predictions help scientists explore the potential functions of new proteins and evaluate computer-designed proteins, with sequence comparison to known proteins as a common first step.

How to Use ProtNLM​

Predict the function of ‘DIHICGICKQQFNNLDAFVAHKQSGSQ’

NameScore
C2H2-type domain-containing protein0.54
General transcription factor II-I repeat ...0.02
Zinc finger protein0.019

Inputs​

Protein Sequence

A string representing the single-letter amino acid sequence, consisting of the common 20 amino acids. This input is intended for single-chain (monomeric) proteins only.

Outputs​

Text Descriptions

Short text descriptions of the protein, ranked by confidence scores (0.0 to 1.0).

Confidence Score

Confidence level for each description (0.0 to 1.0). Higher scores are better.

Examples​

Predict the function of M4332

NameScore
Tyrosine-protein kinase0.592
2.7.10.20.249
Non-specific protein-tyrosine kinase0.019

Load Q9UPY3 and predict its function

NameScore
Endoribonuclease Dicer0.466
3.1.26.30.409
Endoribonuclease Dcr-10.033