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The Biomolecular Research and Advanced Computing Center (BIORACC) is a state-of-the-art research facility dedicated to addressing complex challenges in the life sciences through computational science and high-performance computing (HPC). The center integrates advanced computational methodologies with biological research to explore and manipulate molecular interactions that are critical to human health. By employing scalable algorithms and cutting-edge computational resources, BIORACC accelerates the pace of scientific discovery, focusing on interactions between biological targets and therapeutic agents. This researchmakes a direct contribution to advancements in drug discovery, understanding disease mechanisms, and the development ofg new therapeutic strategies.
Mission
The Biomedical Research and Advanced Computing Center (BioRACC) at Texas Southern University is dedicated to advancing computational and bioinformatics research. Our mission is to leverage high-performance computing and AI-driven technologies to facilitate innovative drug discovery, molecular dynamics simulations, and genomic data analysis. We strive to empower researchers and students by providing cutting-edge computational resources, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and driving scientific discoveries that improve human health.
Vision
Our vision is to become a globally recognized leader in biomedical research and computational science. BioRACC aims to revolutionize drug discovery, genomic research, and bioinformatics by integrating artificial intelligence, deep learning, and high-throughput computing. Through education, innovation, and collaboration, we seek to bridge the gap between computational advancements and real-world biomedical applications, ultimately contributing to groundbreaking medical solutions and scientific excellence.
Core Values
Innovation
Pioneering advancements in computational biology, AI, and biomedical research.
Collaboration
Fostering interdisciplinary partnerships to drive impactful scientific discoveries.
Excellence
Pioneering advancements in computational biology, AI, and Committing to high standards of research and computational methodologies.
Accessibility
Providing state-of-the-art computing resources to empower all researchers and students.
Integrity
Upholding ethical standards in research, data management, and scientific inquiry.
Education & Capacity Building
Equipping the next generation of researchers with computational skills and knowledge.
Research Themes
Meet the Principal Investigator
Omonike Olaleye, PhD, MPH
Omonike is a Professor of Pharmacology at Texas Southern University (TSU). She has over 20 years of research experience in drug discovery and development in major pharmaceutical companies (Merck Research Laboratories and Bristol Meyers Squibb) and academia. Her formal training in pharmacology was at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (JHU), Baltimore, Maryland. At JHU, she was awarded prestigious pre-doctoral fellowships from the National Aeronautics Space Administration (NASA) and Merck Research Laboratories. Dr. Olaleye’s research efforts have focused on discovering and developing new therapeutic agents for treating infections caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Leishmania major, and Enterococcus faecalis. To date, she has discovered and characterized structurally diverse small molecule inhibit
