Thanks, Neanderthals: How our ancient relatives could help find new antibiotics
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Harnessing AI and Nature: The Search for New Antibiotics Inspired by De-Extinction
This chapter explores the groundbreaking application of artificial intelligence in identifying new antibiotics, showcasing effective computer-generated candidates. It also discusses the importance of natural compounds from the human proteome and draws a thought-provoking comparison to the ethical concerns surrounding the resurrection of extinct species in the pursuit of novel antibiotics.
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