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National Academy of Medicine to Host AI in Biology Workshop

The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) is hosting a workshop on August 11-12, 2026, to discuss the future of AI-enabled biology. The event will explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing life sciences, from disease detection to vaccine development. Experts from various fields will gather to address the potential benefits and risks, including safety, security, and misuse concerns, as AI's impact on biology grows over the next decade. AI

IMPACT This workshop will explore the evolving landscape of AI in biology, addressing potential benefits and risks for public health and biosecurity.

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