Quantum Algorithms and the Genetic Code

Patel, Apoorva (2001) Quantum Algorithms and the Genetic Code. [Preprint]

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Abstract

Replication of DNA and synthesis of proteins are studied from the view-point of quantum database search. Identification of a base-pairing with a quantum query gives a natural (and first ever) explanation of why living organisms have 4 nucleotide bases and 20 amino acids. It is amazing that these numbers arise as solutions to an optimisation problem. Components of the DNA structure which implement Grover's algorithm are identified, and a physical scenario is presented for the execution of the quantum algorithm. It is proposed that enzymes play a crucial role in maintaining quantum coherence of the process. Experimental tests that can verify this scenario are pointed out.

Item Type:	Preprint
Additional Information:	Pramana 56 (2001) 365
Keywords:	Quantum Physics;Biological Physics;Genomics
Department/Centre:	Division of Physical & Mathematical Sciences > Centre for Theoretical Studies (Ceased to exist at the end of 2003) Division of Interdisciplinary Sciences > Supercomputer Education & Research Centre
Date Deposited:	13 Aug 2004
Last Modified:	19 Sep 2010 04:13
URI:	http://eprints.iisc.ac.in/id/eprint/836

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