DNA digital data storage
DNA Digital Data Storage
DNA digital data storage (pronounced: D-N-A digital data storage) is the process of encoding and decoding binary data to and from synthesized strands of DNA.
Etymology
The term "DNA digital data storage" is a combination of the terms "DNA", "digital", and "data storage". "DNA" is an acronym for deoxyribonucleic acid, the molecule that carries genetic instructions in all living organisms. "Digital" refers to data in a format that uses discrete (discontinuous) values. "Data storage" refers to the holding of data in a computing environment for retrieval.
Process
In DNA digital data storage, binary data is translated into a sequence of the four bases that make up DNA: adenine (A), cytosine (C), guanine (G), and thymine (T). This sequence is then synthesized into a DNA strand. To retrieve the data, the DNA is sequenced and the sequence of bases is translated back into binary data.
Advantages
DNA digital data storage has several advantages over traditional digital storage mediums. DNA is extremely dense, allowing for the storage of large amounts of data in a small space. It is also durable, with the ability to last for thousands of years if stored properly. Additionally, DNA does not require electricity to maintain data, unlike traditional storage mediums.
Related Terms
- DNA sequencing: The process of determining the precise order of nucleotides within a DNA molecule.
- Binary data: A type of data that is represented in binary code.
- Data storage: The act of archiving data in electromagnetic or other forms for use by a computer or device.
- Digital data: Information that is stored in or transferred as binary code.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on DNA digital data storage
- Wikipedia's article - DNA digital data storage
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