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AI And Supercomputing Team Up To Target Cancer’s Toughest Proteins

Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory are harnessing the Aurora exascale supercomputer and advanced AI to accelerate cancer drug discovery and tackle “undruggable” proteins. Their efforts combine structural biology, molecular simulation, and experimental validation to identify novel cancer therapies.

23 Apr 2025

AI Alone Isn’t Enough: Researchers Call for Mathematical Modeling in Cancer Predictions

Researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine emphasize that combining artificial intelligence with traditional mathematical modeling yields the most reliable outcomes in predictive cancer medicine. They also advocate for ethical, open, and reproducible data sharing to advance precision healthcare and maintain patient privacy.

16 Apr 2025

AI Pinpoints Virus-Carrying Animals to Help Prevent Future Pandemics

Washington State University researchers developed an AI tool that predicts animal species and geographic hotspots likely to host orthopoxviruses, such as smallpox and mpox. The model integrates viral genetics with host traits, enabling early identification of potential zoonotic threats.

1 Apr 2025

Embarrassed? Talk to AI. Angry? Talk to a Human, Says New Study

New research from the University of Kansas reveals that people prefer AI chatbots when embarrassed but turn to humans when angry. The study used eye-tracking and emotion recognition to examine how emotions influence vaccine-related interactions.

24 Feb 2025

AI Can Predict Disease Outbreaks and Revolutionize Pandemic Response

AI can now predict disease outbreaks before they happen, helping governments and healthcare systems act faster. With cutting-edge models, scientists are revolutionizing pandemic response, saving lives, and shaping the future of global health.

19 Feb 2025

Harnessing AI to Combat Global Health Crises and Accelerate Vaccine Research

Research explores how artificial intelligence transforms pandemic responses, from enhancing epidemiological modeling to accelerating vaccine development, while addressing ethical challenges.

5 Jan 2025

G7 Nations to Harness AI & Innovation to Drive Growth and Productivity

G7 nations have signed an agreement to unite and harness the innovative potential of AI to usher in a new era of global productivity and economic growth.

19 Mar 2024

AI-Generated Summaries of Preprints: Balancing Access and Accuracy in Scientific Literature

This article discusses bioRxiv's collaboration with ScienceCast, an AI startup, to use large language models for multi-level summaries of scientific preprints. While aiming to enhance accessibility, the pilot reveals challenges in accurately summarizing complex technical content, with scientists noting inaccuracies. The future outlook suggests potential benefits as AI capabilities advance, but concerns around precision and the need for a balance between automation and human oversight persist.

19 Nov 2023

CEPI and Houston Methodist Research Institute Partner to Develop AI-Driven Vaccines for Future Viral Threats

The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) and the Houston Methodist Research Institute (HMRI) are partnering to use artificial intelligence (AI) in developing faster vaccines against future viral threats. They aim to achieve this through a $4.98 million project using AI to identify viral structures for potential vaccine candidates, contributing to a global 'Vaccine Library' for a rapid response to emerging diseases, with the overarching goal of compressing vaccine development to within 100 days of a pathogen's identification.

19 Jul 2023

Researchers Develop Breakthrough Machine Learning Method to Revolutionize Electronic Structure Simulations

Researchers from CASUS and Sandia National Laboratories have introduced Materials Learning Algorithms (MALA), a groundbreaking software stack that employs machine learning to simulate electronic structures of materials. MALA surpasses traditional methods, providing high fidelity and scalability across various length scales, opening doors to advancements in drug design, energy storage, and more.

10 Jul 2023