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Introduction to RAACMatel

RAACMatel (Reduced Amino Acids Classifier of Metal ion binding protein) is a comprehensive platform for predicting and analyzing metal ion binding sites in protein sequences. Our advanced algorithms enable accurate identification of metal ion binding capabilities across various protein structures.

RAACMatel Overview
Figure 1: RAACMatel platform overview

The platform supports prediction for 10 essential metal ions and offers both single-protein analysis and combined site prediction for complex protein systems. Utilizing reduced amino acid alphabets and state-of-the-art classification techniques, RAACMatel provides researchers with powerful tools to explore the intricate relationships between protein sequences and their metal-binding capabilities.

Protein Classifier

The Protein Classifier tool allows you to upload protein sequences in FASTA format and receive predictions about their metal ion binding capabilities.

How to Use

  1. Upload a FASTA file containing protein sequences or paste sequences directly into the text area
  2. Click the "Submit" button to process your data
  3. View the classification results in the table and chart
  4. Click "View" buttons in the table to see detailed predictions for specific samples
Protein Classifier Interface
Figure 2: Protein Classifier interface with upload and results areas

Combined Site Predict

The Combined Site Predict tool provides detailed visualization of predicted metal ion binding sites within protein sequences.

How to Use

  1. Upload a FASTA file or paste sequences directly
  2. Submit your data for processing
  3. Select different samples from the dropdown menu to view their sequence visualizations
  4. Examine the detailed sequence information below the visualization
Combined Site Predict Interface
Figure 3: Combined Site Predict interface with sequence visualization

Frequently Asked Questions

What file formats are supported?

RAACMatel supports FASTA format files (.fasta, .fa, .txt) for protein sequence input.

Is there a file size limit?

Yes, files larger than 50MB cannot be processed due to computational constraints.

How accurate are the predictions?

Our models achieve an overall accuracy of 92.3% on test datasets with experimentally verified binding sites.

Can I analyze multiple sequences at once?

Yes, you can upload a FASTA file containing multiple sequences, and the system will process them all.

How long does processing take?

Processing time varies based on sequence length and server load, but typically takes between 1-5 minutes.

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