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Why in the news? Researchers using AI and genomics have identified over 160,000 new RNA viruses, aiding in understanding virus diversity and enhancing early detection for pandemic preparedness. Role of AI and Genomics in Virus Discovery: Researchers are combining AI, genomics, and gene sequencing to identify thousands of new viruses. Traditional algorithms miss evolved proteins, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? David Baker, Demis Hassabis, and John Jumper received the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for breakthroughs in computational protein design and AI-driven protein structure prediction. About Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2024 Winners: David Baker (University of Washington, USA) receives the Nobel Prize for “computational protein design.” Demis Hassabis and John M. …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Science and Technology: Development and its Application Awareness in the field of IT, Biotechnology, Nano-Technology etc. Why in the News? Scientists at Purdue University have levitated and spun fluorescent nanodiamonds (FNDs) at ultra-fast speeds, revealing new insights into quantum physics and potentially revolutionizing their industrial and research applications, especially as sensors Quantum …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Union Cabinet approved the ‘Bio-RIDE’ scheme to support biotechnology research, innovation, and entrepreneurship, aiming to strengthen India’s position in biomanufacturing and achieve a $300 billion bioeconomy by 2030. About the Key Approval: The Union Cabinet, led by PM Narendra Modi, approved the merger of two Department of Biotechnology (DBT) schemes …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3 : Science and technology related to health and use of artificial intelligence GS-4 :Laws, rules, regulations, and conscience as sources of ethical guidance. Focus : This article delves into the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on drug development, specifically focusing on target protein identification and drug-target interaction prediction. It explores the advancements …
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