Welcome to Kernel

Learn about Kernel, software for engineering biology.

Kernel is Asimov's genetic design platform for engineering biology. It combines sequence design tools, team collaboration features, and workflow automation to accelerate the development of biotechnologies.

Core Capabilities

Predictive Models

Kernel includes powerful models to accelerate your design process:

Genetic Simulation — Predict RNA polymerase flux, ribosome flux, and protein concentrations for your constructs
Compiler — Automatically design expression vectors from antibody sequences using AI-powered codon optimization, signal peptide prediction, and expert design rules

Genetic Design Tools

Design genetic constructs using an intuitive, parts-based approach
View designs in multiple formats: linear sequence, circular map, and interactive schematic
Access integrated tools including codon optimization, biosecurity sequence analysis, and genetic simulation
Leverage AI-assisted design support with Kernel AI

Collaborative Workspaces

Create team workspaces where members can collaborate on projects
Manage construct designs, genetic parts, and notebooks in repositories with granular permissions
Share constructs, parts, and protocols securely within and across teams
Access public repositories:
- Asimov Public — curated genetic parts
- UniProt Swiss-Prot — protein sequences
- Addgene — plasmid repository

Automated Workflows

Generate expression vectors automatically with the configurable genetic Compiler
Import sequences with automatic part annotation mapping
Run genetic simulations to predict expression behavior
Track samples and experiments with the integrated inventory system