March 01, 2026
In a groundbreaking effort, scientists at the Arc Institute and Stanford University, USA, have created a virus called Evo-Φ2147 that has the ability to kill the E-coli virus, which is resistant to antibiotics. This virus has been created by a startup called Genyro using artificial intelligence (AI). According to experts, this artificial virus worked quickly and effectively, demonstrating potential for treating antibiotic-resistant infections in the future. This technology can also be used to develop new organisms and vaccines.
DID YOU KNOW?
Antimicrobials, such as antivirals and antibiotics, help in the treatment and management of infectious diseases. However, overusing and misusing these medicines causes viruses, bacteria and other disease-causing organisms to become resistant to them.
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