SMRTR Science & EngineeringOct 1, 2025Science News

AI generated its first working genome: a tiny bacteria killer

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Researchers at Stanford University successfully used two AI models, Evo 1 and Evo 2, to create the first complete genomes designed by artificial intelligence — 16 working viruses that kill E. coli bacteria in lab tests. The AI-generated bacteriophages proved more effective than natural versions at overcoming antibiotic-resistant bacteria strains, potentially revolutionizing phage therapy for treating tough infections.

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