Protein FoldingJan 06, 2026Completed
SHADOW-REP-004: BBA5 Mixed Fold
Analysis of interaction dynamics between Alpha-Helix and Beta-Hairpin structures.
SHADOW-REP-004: BBA5 Mixed Fold Interaction
Date: 2026-01-06 Experiment: EXP-004 Status: SUCCESS Author: Swarm Lab AI
Executive Summary
BBA5 (23 residues) contains both an Alpha Helix and a Beta Hairpin. This experiment tested the engine's ability to model the interaction between these two distinct secondary structures.
Key Findings
- Interaction Energy: The engine correctly identified the hydrophobic core interaction that stabilizes the mixed fold.
- Folding Pathway: Detected a "Split Pathway" where either the Helix or the Hairpin can form first.
Conclusion
The Swarm Engine can handle mixed-topology proteins and resolve competing folding pathways.