Over 160,000 new viruses discovered by AI

A groundbreaking study has discovered 161,979 new RNA virus species using AI. Researchers used a deep learning algorithm called LucaProt to analyze genetic data, uncovering previously unidentified viruses in environments like hot springs, hydrothermal vents, and the atmosphere. This discovery expands our understanding of viral diversity and ecosystems. The AI tool's ability to process complex genomic information could revolutionize virus identification, potentially leading to millions more species discoveries. This research is the largest single study of new virus species ever published.