Network-based support vector machine for classification of microarray samples
2009

Network-based Support Vector Machine for Classifying Microarray Samples

Sample size: 105 publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Zhu Yanni, Shen Xiaotong, Pan Wei

Primary Institution: University of Minnesota

Hypothesis

Can a network-based support vector machine improve the classification of microarray samples by incorporating gene network information?

Conclusion

The proposed network-based support vector machine can effectively identify clinically relevant genes and improve classification accuracy in microarray data.

Supporting Evidence

  • The network-based SVM identified more clinically relevant genes compared to standard methods.
  • Simulation studies showed improved predictive performance in both low- and high-dimensional settings.
  • The method was applied successfully to real microarray data related to Parkinson's disease and breast cancer.

Takeaway

This study created a new method to help computers better understand gene data by looking at how genes work together, which can help doctors find important genes related to diseases.

Methodology

The study used a network-based support vector machine that incorporates gene network information to classify microarray samples.

Limitations

The classification error rates may be biased due to the double use of data for training/tuning and testing.

Participant Demographics

105 patients, including 50 cases of Parkinson's disease and 55 controls.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1186/1471-2105-10-S1-S21

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