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Why is this technology new?

This technology is new because it combines rapidly advancing AI with bacteriophage therapy, a field that has seen renewed interest. While phages have been known for a long time, using AI to design custom phages and predict their interactions with bacteria is a cutting-edge development. This innovative approach offers a precise and powerful tool against the complex challenge of drug-resistant superbugs.

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