‍BioLM is at the forefront of synthetic biology, specializing in AI-powered services that enhance scientific research in proteins and DNA. BioLM offers a  platform that facilitates the creation of custom models through APIs, and also provides a user-friendly interface that caters to both developers and researchers. This innovative approach significantly speeds up scientific discoveries and development within the biotech sector.

Challenge

Faced with the monumental task of searching through 1.8 billion antibody sequences contained within 4 TB of compressed data, BioLM required a solution that could process vast datasets efficiently without compromising on speed or cost-effectiveness. The challenge was twofold: manage massive data volumes and ensure the solution was economically viable for their business.

AWS-powered solution

‍Tech 42 crafted a tailored embedding database architecture, seamlessly integrated into BioLM’s existing AWS environment to minimize operational disruption. This solution featured the following:

High-performance database architecture: Designed for speed and efficiency, the architecture supports real-time queries across billions of embeddings with millisecond latency.

Advanced indexing mechanisms: Open-source indexing technologies significantly reduce search times, enabling rapid location of relevant data within the extensive dataset.

Simple query iterface: An intuitive interface allows BioLM’s researchers to conduct searches effortlessly.

Security and compliance: Implemented within BioLM’s AWS account, the solution guarantees data security and adheres to AWS’s best practices without data leaving the secure environment.‍

Impact

The implementation of the embedding database empowered BioLM to launch a groundbreaking product that allows scientists to quickly and efficiently search for similar antibodies. The search speeds are 1,400 times faster than traditional methods. This capability has transformed how researchers access and analyze data, significantly accelerating the pace of scientific discovery in biotechnology.

Conclusion

The solution provided by Tech 42 represents a significant leap forward for BioLM in data management and utilization. This project not only facilitated a smooth product launch but also established a scalable foundation for ongoing growth and innovation in biotech research. The success of this initiative demonstrates Tech 42’s commitment to delivering bespoke solutions that drive client efficiency and cost optimization, reaffirming their position as a leader in technology solutions for the biotech industry.

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