Nobel Prize for in silico modelling

David Baker from the University of Washington has used in silico methods to pioneer the creation of entirely novel proteins with potential applications in medicine and nanotechnology. His work opens doors to custom-designed proteins that could transform therapeutic solutions. Additionally, Demis Hassabis and John Jumper from DeepMind's AlphaFold2 project have revealed the fault lines in AI geopolitics and solved a decades-old scientific puzzle by accurately predicting the 3D structures of nearly all known proteins.

This achievement significantly enhances our understanding of biological mechanisms, aids in combating antibiotic resistance, and accelerates innovations like enzymes that break down plastics.

These breakthroughs highlight the transformative role of computational modelling in shaping the future of medicine, biotechnology, and beyond, ushering in a new era of scientific discovery and application.

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