New AI model AlphaFold 3 predicts DNA and protein structures accurately
The Register - 09-May-2024Though it has some flaws, it holds promise for future scientific advancements
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Discovering new drugs with AI-first approach
Isomorphic Labs is a new Alphabet company established with the mission to use AI to accelerate drug discovery, and ultimately, find cures for some of humanity’s most devastating diseases. Headquartered in London.
This venture is named 'Isomorphic' based on the idea that there may a common structure between biology and information science. As pioneers in the emerging field of ‘digital biology’, we look forward to helping usher in an amazingly productive new age of biomedical breakthroughs.
Visit website: https://www.isomorphiclabs.com/
Details last updated 06-Feb-2022
University Professor of Chemistry at Princeton University, winner of Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Formerly Executive Vice President at AstraZeneca, Board member at Isomorphic Labs, The Francis Crick Institute, and others
Chief Executive Officer at Francis Crick Institute, winner of Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
Though it has some flaws, it holds promise for future scientific advancements
Their AlphaFold engine models proteins could lead to faster and more effective treatments
Eli Lilly and Novartis invest in cutting-edge AI to accelerate the search for life-saving treatments
Plan is to build a generic platform then work with major pharma companies to take them to market
Building from Deepmind's AI research, Isomorphic promises medical breakthroughs