An AI model has found a new ‘CRISPR-like’ biological system. Here’s what it means for science

An artificial intelligence model identified a new biological system called array-associated reverse transcriptases in viral DNA by analyzing thousands of candidates. The system has structural similarities to CRISPR, though its function remains unknown. This demonstrates how AI agents can operate with autonomy in biological research by choosing analyses and following unexpected observations.

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