1. Randomness Testing in DNA Samples
Laura Jean Champagne
Advisor: Gary Davis

2. Abstract
This project examines the randomization of DNA sequences based on current genome sequencing projects. Using computational programs, mainly R and MATLAB, different mathematical tests for randomness are applied to DNA sequences in an attempt to find patterns or other unique properties. DNA sequences used are obtained from the Virtual Library of Genetics.

3. AMELY & AMELX
Amelogenin (tooth enamel protein)
Gender Specific

4. Data – GenBank

5. Data

6. Correlagram

7. Correlagram
AMELX
AMELY

8. DNA Sequences

9. Histogram
AMELX
AMELY

10. Histogram of Amino Acids
AMELX
AMELY

12. Why Bother?
Synthetic life
Gender differences

13. Goals
Relative Frequency