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Scientists have used artificial intelligence to identify a previously overlooked viral protein, OPG153, that could be a game-changer for monkeypox vaccines and antibody treatments. This breakthrough, published in Science Translational Medicine, offers a simpler and more cost-effective approach compared to traditional whole-virus vaccines. Learn how AI is accelerating medical research and what this means for the future of mpox and smallpox prevention.
In 2022, monkeypox spread globally, affecting over 150,000 people and causing nearly 500 deaths. Current vaccines, while effective, are expensive and complex to produce. This new discovery, led by researchers at The University of Texas at Austin and Fondazione Biotecnopolo di Siena, focuses on a single viral protein that triggers strong neutralizing antibodies in mice.
Key highlights:
AI-powered analysis identified OPG153 as a critical target for antibodies.
The approach, called 'reverse vaccinology,' could lead to next-generation vaccines and therapies.
Potential applications extend to smallpox, a highly contagious and deadly disease.
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Keywords: AI, monkeypox, vaccines, OPG153, antibody treatments, smallpox, reverse vaccinology, medical research, infectious diseases, Science Translational Medicine.