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AI models design viruses not found in nature for first time
ABC News (AU)·August 7, 2026·1 min read
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Researchers at Stanford University have created self-replicating viruses by using AI-designed genomes, marking the first time such viruses not found in nature have been synthesized. This development could lead to substantial medical advancements, but it also raises ethical concerns regarding the technology's implications.
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Researchers from Stanford University have synthesised brand-new, self-replicating viruses using genomes designed by artificial intelligence for the first time, raising the possibility of significant medical advancements but also prompting concerns the technol…
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