Part 6/17:
- Efficiency and Success: In lab tests, Alpha Proteo-designed binders outperform existing methods, with binding strengths 3 to 300 times greater, effectively blocking viruses like SARS-CoV-2 and targeting cancer-related proteins.
Real-World Impact and Responsible Use
This technology can accelerate therapeutics, improve crop protection, and streamline biomedical research. DeepMind is collaborating with organizations such as the Nuclear Threat Initiative to ensure its use for good, emphasizing biosecurity and ethical deployment.