Antivenom Designed in 64 Hours by AI, but Release Still Takes 4-7 Years
burny_tech · x · 2026-10-22
- A discussion on AI×bio: CS folks are realizing computational design is no longer the bottleneck in biology.
- Cited charts: designing a multi-binding antivenom in dry lab took 64 hours, wet-lab results in 39 days, yet release will still take 4-7 years.
- Takeaway: AI compresses design time dramatically, but validation and regulatory timelines remain the long tail.
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