Bioinformatics Questions
Network analysis in bioinformatics is performed by representing biological entities such as genes, proteins, or metabolites as nodes, and their interactions or relationships as edges. This is typically done using graph theory and computational algorithms. The data for constructing the network can be obtained from various sources such as experimental data, databases, or literature. Once the network is constructed, various network analysis techniques can be applied to gain insights into biological processes, identify key players or modules, predict protein functions, and understand complex biological systems. These techniques include centrality analysis, clustering, pathway enrichment analysis, and network visualization.