Decoding Our DNA: How AI Supercharges Medical Breakthroughs and Biological Threats with Kevin Esvelt
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AI in Biological Research and Biosecurity
The chapter features a conversation with an MIT professor discussing the power of AI in predicting protein activities and designing molecular tools for disease prevention. It explores the dual nature of AI tools, addressing concerns about the ease of assembling pathogens and creating biosecurity threats. The discussion emphasizes the urgent need for tighter regulations in genetic research and the importance of balancing the benefits of AI in research with potential risks of creating dangerous viruses.
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