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AI Designed Viruses in the Lab | Science News
Scientists are now using AI to design entirely new viruses in labs—targeting only specific bacteria, not plants or animals. But the real concern? This technology is advancing faster than our laws can keep up. Open-source models already exist and can be repurposed, raising fears that future AI could invent never-before-seen pathogens—or even guide inexperienced users toward dangerous creations. While biosecurity rules exist for handling pathogens, they don’t cover digital design tools. Experts propose restricting access to risky genetic data and improving screening systems, which recently…
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