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AI falls short in cancer fight, experts say; deeper AI needed

AI has not yet delivered on its promise to significantly impact cancer treatment, despite hopes that advanced algorithms could revolutionize drug discovery and development. Critics argue that the challenges in medicine are often rooted in economic incentives and a complex understanding of biology, rather than solely a lack of sophisticated AI. While AI can assist in identifying potential drug candidates, it currently struggles with the nuances of human biology and chemistry, highlighting the need for both systemic changes in drug development and more advanced AI capable of deeper reasoning. AI

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